Date: 09/03/2020

Andrew Haines, Network Rail chief executive, said: 'We are delighted with today's news that the sale of British Steel to Jingye has completed, securing the future of the business. We have given extensive support to British Steel and the official receiver throughout this process and we look forward to continuing this relationship with the new orner. British Steel is a major supplier to Network Rail and plays a vital role in our work to safely run the railway for the millions of people who rely on it every day.'

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