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Peat-fired power stations to operate beyond 2019

Environmental groups have reacted angrily to the announcement that ESB and Bord na Móna have agreed to extend the operation of two peat-fired power stations in the Midlands beyond 2019.
News • 13 May 15

GSK to float HIV drug arm as part of recovery plan

GlaxoSmithKline, battered by weak US drug sales and a bribery scandal in China, is looking to float its fast-growing HIV drugs business as part of a recovery plan that includes a fresh round of cost cutting.
Business • 22 Oct 14

Flybe set to cut 500 more jobs

Flybe has warned that it plans to axe another 500 jobs in the latest round of cost- cutting at the struggling UK regional airline business.
Business • 11 Nov 13

HSBC announces $2-3 billion in new cuts

HSBC has announced it is seeking a further $2 billion-$3 billion in cost savings as it continues to trim its global empire - a move analysts say could come at the cost of additional jobs.
Business • 15 May 13

HSBC reaps benefit of cost-cutting efforts

HSBC reported a near doubling in first quarter earnings today, demonstrating the benefits of a three-year restructuring, cost cuts and a big drop in bad debt charges.
Business • 07 May 13

Nokia to sell HQ in Finland but no plans to move

Nokia plans to sell its headquarters in Finland as part of a cost-cutting program, but says it will maintain its corporate base in the country.
Business • 03 Oct 12

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