Postal workers tell ‘Czech sphinx’ that his pledges are ‘not enough’

Daniel Kretinsky was previously accused of undervaluing the postal service Postal workers have told the ‘Czech sphinx’ billionaire who wants to take over Royal Mail for £3.6 billion that his company’s commitments are ‘not enough’. Businessman Daniel Kretinsky, 48, was previously accused of undervaluing the postal service with his £3.57 billion bid to take over … Read more

A Czech billionaire buys Royal Mail. What’s next for the British institution?

Jobs with the Royal Mail are still prized, so why shouldn't others be in the UK service industry? Image credit: Maureen McLean/Shutterstock

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Kretinsky insists the West Ham takeover is low on the priority list

Czech billionaire Kretinsky poised to complete £3.5 billion purchase of Royal Mail The 48-year-old is West Ham’s second largest shareholder after David Sullivan CHRIS SUTTON: Fans are fed up with VAR… but it’s here to stay – Listen to the It’s All Kicking Off podcast Firstly, the Royal Mail. Next, Westham? Sources close to Daniel … Read more