Business Headlines from the BBC

Trade gap widens unexpectedly
The UK goods trade deficit with the rest of the world widens in January, causing the pound to dip below $1.50.

Aer Lingus to make 670 job cuts
Aer Lingus announces plans to lay off 670 staff, including nearly a quarter of its cabin crew, as part of restructuring plans.

Payment protection rules delayed
The Financial Services Authority is delaying its plans to combat the mis-selling of payment protection insurance.

Obama backs Greece on speculators
President Barack Obama has 'responded positively' to calls to clamp down on market speculators, says the Greek PM after talks.

BA strike talks deadline extended
Talks aimed averting strike action by BA cabin crew have been extended by an extra half day to Wednesday lunchtime.