BBC News - Business
- Empty shop numbers 'set to rise'
- Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:03:30 GMT - The number of empty shops on the UK's High Streets is set to increase this year, a survey says, as economic conditions get tougher.
- Greece says lender talks 'tough'
- Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:44:46 GMT - Greece holds further talks with its international lenders, as the debate on more austerity measures continues.
- Fewer deaths 'may hit pensions'
- Tue, 07 Feb 2012 00:02:47 GMT - The mortality rate in England and Wales improved in 2011, which could have a knock-on effect on pensions, actuaries say.
- Clydesdale Bank owner could sell
- Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:40:23 GMT - The Australian owner of the Clydesdale Bank and Yorkshire Bank is looking for options to sell or radically reform the businesses.
- Gas price rises as freeze bites
- Mon, 06 Feb 2012 18:21:31 GMT - The price of gas in the UK hits its highest level for five years as below-freezing temperatures lead to a surge in demand across Europe.

