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Last Updated: Monday, 26 July, 2004, 00:11 GMT 01:11 UK
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Abbey expected to unveil takeover
Abbey National is expected to announce an agreed takeover by Spanish bank Santander on Monday morning.
Abbey reveals takeover approach
Abbey struggles to lift fortunes

Amicus general secretary Derek Simpson Unions hail workers' rights boost
The unions say they have won a "significant shift" in Labour policy on workers' rights, holidays and pensions.
Pound coins Thousands face pensions blow-out
Up to 40,000 staff at car parts maker Turner & Newall may lose all or part of their pensions.
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