Here are some of the top business stories making the national headlines.
RMT members suspend strike action at Network Rail
The RMT union has called off planned strike action at Network Rail on 16 March, after receiving a new pay offer, reports the BBC.
Emergency coal-fired power stations to help keep lights on as cold snap raises demand
Britain’s power system operator has, for the first time ever, ordered two of five emergency coal-fired generators to produce electricity to help prevent the lights going out, reports Sky News this morning.
BoE powers to oversee insurers ‘may not offset risks posed by looser regulation’
Moves to hand the Bank of England fresh powers over insurers will not be enough to offset the risks posed by looser regulation, one of the central bank’s most senior officials has warned. Find out more via The Guardian.
Travis Perkins sets out plan to train 10,000 apprentices
Travis Perkins has revealed plans to train 10,000 apprentices by 2030.
The building materials firm said it hopes the target will help address a “critical industry skills gap” and develop skills needed to help deliver new homes and infrastructure. Find out more via the Evening Standard.
