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Negotiations over US-UK tech deal stall
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Northamptonshire warm spaces open to combat unaffordable bills
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Leon will focus on stations and airports to revive fortunes, boss says
Emer MoreauBusiness reporter Getty Images Fast-food chain Leon will open more restaurants in service stations, airports and train stations, after it closes 20 on the High Street, its boss has said. John Vincent said the upcoming rises in business rates along with overall cost increases means the High Street is no longer as profitable. Leon…
