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Steel, China, and the MP Refused Entry to Hong Kong

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Steel Tensions: The Scunthorpe Conflict

This chapter delves into the escalating confrontation in Scunthorpe where workers are obstructing Chinese management access out of sabotage fears. It examines the broader implications of a parliamentary debate regarding government intervention in the steel industry, highlighting the precarious balance between local job security and corporate oversight. With political tensions rising amidst international trade complexities, the chapter explores the potential future of the UK's steel industry and the risks involved for taxpayers.

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