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Dover to stagger coaches to avoid Easter delays

Travel will be spread across three days and temporary border controls will be installed.

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Government shuns CBI lobby giant after rape claim

The BBC understands the chancellor and business and trade ministers have “paused engagement” with the CBI.

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Eight out of ten firms pay men more than women

Men typically earn 9.4% more than women, the same gap as five years ago, when figures were first published.

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Royal Mail pay talks with union collapse

The long-running row between the CWU and the postal firm continues after recent discussions failed.

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Businesses in NI face perfect storm warning

The new financial year can bring an increase in many costs from wages to business rates.

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More bus journeys taken since £2 fare cap, says watchdog

Transport Focus said the cap on bus fares attracted more users amid rising cost of living.

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Virgin Orbit boss blasts leaders in parting email

Tony Gingiss, chief operating officer at the rocket firm, tells staff they “deserved better”.

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Amazon closing UK-based online shop Book Depository

The announcement was met with sadness by many of its customers from around the world.

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Rupert Murdoch’s engagement abruptly called off – US media

The media tycoon and ex-police chaplain Ann Lesley Smith abruptly call off their nuptials.

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‘Am I part of the problem?’ The homeowners choosing not to sell

Tight supply as owners hold back could keep pressure on home prices in the US.