Dairy Crest Group today announced a seven per cent increase in pre-tax profits and an 82 per cent decrease in net debt, after divesting its French business and restructuring its balance sheet.
Budget airline easyJet today confirmed that it has agreed to acquire 25 runway slots at Gatwick airport from Flybe for £20m.
The deal is subject to the approval of rival airline Flybe’s shareholders.
Bicycle and car parts retailer Halfords today announced a 25 per cent drop in pre-tax profits, attributed to rising costs.
Pre-tax profits after non-recurring items fell 25 per cent to £71m.