Strong services survey points to robust GDP growth at year-end – business live

UK services and all-sector PMIs hit 17-month highs, pointing to 0.5% GDP growth in the fourth quarter
FTSE 100 index hits new record peak12.34pm GMTMike Ashley said:Keith has my full backing and will be continuing in his role on the basis that he has the unanimous support of the board. I note that many of those who voted against Keith have acknowledged that we have made positive progress since the AGM. 12.27pm GMTNews just in from the Sports Direct shareholder meeting at its Shirebrook headquart