The FTSE 100 has closed 0.6 per cent higher at 7,464.80, while the FTSE 250 was little changed at 19,924.11 at the close. Among UK companies with reports and updates are National Express, Greggs and Plus500. Read the Monday 16 May Business Live blog below.

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