Diploma (DPLM) buys FS Cables as it continues growth strategy. Group aims to boost earnings through snapping up niche suppliers
investors urged to vote against directors. Advisory company makes AGM recommendation in response to years of ‘poor governance’
Ashley (Laura) Holding (ALY) scraps dividend as sales and profits fall. Asia headquarters in Singapore to be sold for £30.4m
Menzies(John) (MNZS) hit by shareholder revolt over executive pay. More than fifth of investors reject new remuneration policy of aviation services group
Avast Software (AVST) sales buoyed by data hacks in maiden results. Cyber security group says new laws and high profile breaches drive demand
UK outsourcer Capita (CPI) poaches Go-Ahead finance chief. Patrick Butcher’s appointment comes as group seeks turnround following profit warnings
Debenhams (DEB) appoints Rachel Osborne as finance chief. Former Domino’s Pizza CFO to replace Matt Smith who is leaving for Selfridges
