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Some Labour MPs have been willing privately - though not publicly - to argue that it would be a good thing if the changes lead to a fall in the value of farmland.

Blackstone is said to be near a deal to buy Jersey Mike’s Subs, the privately owned sandwich chain, for about $8 billion, including debt.

It shows their desire to attempt to mend fences with a swathe of the country some privately fear could turn against them if they don’t handle this well.

The privately held clothing retailers did not respond to repeated requests for comment, including a detailed list of findings addressed to their founders and hand-delivered to their Beverly Hills headquarters.

"There's been two privately funded surgeries so far, with possibly another one coming," said Emily.