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Sweeping Trump tariffs shock global economy, drawing threats and calls for talks
Read full article: Sweeping Trump tariffs shock global economy, drawing threats and calls for talksTariff hikes announced by U.S. President Donald Trump have provoked dismay, threats of countermeasures and calls for further negotiations to make trade rules fairer.
British Steel plans closure of plant after failing to agree package with UK government
Read full article: British Steel plans closure of plant after failing to agree package with UK governmentBritish Steel says it is planning to close its two blast furnaces and steelmaking operations in the north England town of Scunthorpe, after its Chinese owner Jingye failed to agree a rescue package with the U.K. government.
The UK will consult on sales targets for automakers during the transition to electric vehicles
Read full article: The UK will consult on sales targets for automakers during the transition to electric vehiclesBritainās new Labour government will launch a consultation on sales targets set for auto manufacturers during the transition to electric vehicles.
UK's new Labour government unveils overhaul of workers' rights
Read full article: UK's new Labour government unveils overhaul of workers' rightsBritainās new Labour government has unveiled a slew of new rights for workers, including more generous rules for sick pay and parental leave and major restrictions on certain precarious employment practices such as fire and rehire.