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	Market plunges to four year low The FTSE 100 Index tumbled to its lowest close for more than four years as Britain's biggest companies suffered heavy losses in the City. More Check for more on the FTSE

Unions call for action on airlines Unions are calling on the Government to step in and save the UK airline industry after British Airways cuts a further 5,200 jobs as a result of the US attacks. Gill Airways ceases trading after its bank withdraws funding. Unions have condemned the bank's move as disgraceful.
Luton Airport owner ends opposition to takeover Aircraft jobs hang on review of demand Airbus Industrie cuts forecasts for deliveries after attacks Get more news on how the air industry is coping

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	US economy strong in long term - Greenspan Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan has told Congress last week's terrorist attacks may have weakened the US economy but its long-term prospects are strong. More

Policyholders back Equitable deal Equitable Life's policyholders have backed a compromise deal that would effectively stop it folding. Full story Find out where Equitable Life goes now

The rise in mortgage lending increased by 10% in August, according to new figures. More

	Morrison sees no reason for e-commerce Morrison believes the majority of shoppers are not interested in buying groceries on-line, despite rival supermarket chains ploughing millions into e-commerce. More

CBI says manufacturing future bleak The CBI sees little hope for the manufacturing sector as it slumps further into recession. Things are likely to get worse following the US terrorist attacks. More Get the latest manufacturing news

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	Trafford store boosts Selfridges Strong sales at Selfridges Trafford Centre store have boosted its interim profits by £4.5m. But it's cautious because of a possible impact from the US attacks. More Get news about Selfridges sent to you More stories on shopping

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