Shopworkers' union Usdaw is seeking talks with Kohlberg Kravis Roberts amid concerns over the security of jobs and pensions if it buys Alliance Boots.
The private equity firm emerged as the sole bidder after upping its bid to £11.39 a share, valuing the high street giant at £11.1bn. The offer has still to be approved by shareholders but Usdaw...
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