Steel group objects to Chatham Docks plan as it would have ‘seismic adverse consequences’ on the national economy

Labour support was spread widely but Downing Street grasps national projection of 7-point gap as cause for hope

Washington’s crackdown shows its leverage over global banking system

Plus, media is the main earnings theme and a bumper week for British anniversaries

Endorsements come as exclusive talks end without deal and Sony and Apollo push rival $26bn offer

National security adviser says supplies and weapons approved by Congress could help stop Russian gains