AkzoNobel chief urges UK to clarify future relationship with EU

CEO says firm, which makes Dulux paint, is committed to UK but desires quick, no-nonsense approach to Brexit negotiations

AkzoNobel, one of Europe's biggest industrial companies, has called for "quick clarity" over the UK's future relationship with the EU.

Ton Bi1/4chner, the chief executive of the company, which makes Dulux paint and employs 45,000 people, said staff had sought reassurances about the company's future in the UK but that he was committed to its existing investments.