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Fatty food 'risky to pets' health'
Owners who feed their pets with salty and sugary treats are putting the health of their animals at risk, research shows.
November30thServices sector in record decline
In the last quarter, businesses in the country's key services sector have had to cope with the most rapid period of falling demand experienced in the last 30 months, according to the Confederation of British Industry (CBI).
November28thJesus Christ in Richmond Park craze
Footage of a man trying to helplessly rein in his pet Labrador as it chases deer in a London park has become a YouTube sensation.
November28thWarning over older people's jobs
The Government's drive to get more young people into work should not be at the cost of jobs for older people, former City minister Lord Myners has warned.
November24thPublic urged to love Staffies
Members of the public are being urged to see the softer side of Staffordshire bull terriers in a campaign being launched today.
November24thNaval feet workers vote for action
Royal Fleet Auxiliary (RFA) workers have voted for industrial action over pensions, joining other public sector workers in the move.
November22ndStudy shows decline in pay rises
New figures released by the Engineering Employers Federation (EEF) have shown that workers have seen their salaries increase by 2.4% on average in the last few months, down from 2.5% previously.
November21stRio Tinto plans to close UK smelter
Global mining giant Rio Tinto Alcan has announced its intention to close its Lynemouth aluminium smelter in north-east England in a move which will lead to the loss of 515 jobs.
November21st850 jobs to be axed at British Gas
Around 850 jobs are to go in management and support at British Gas.
November18thPregnant Dog abandoned in Glasgow
An animal welfare charity is taking care of a dog that was abandoned by its owner while she was in labour.
November16th300 staff loss jobs at nightclubs
Around 300 nightclub staff across the UK are set to lose their jobs after the administrator of Luminar today announced the closure of 11 loss-making venues.
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