British Steel Enters Liquidation, Citing Hit From Brexit Uncertainty – Wall Street Journal

The U.K. High Court on Wednesday placed British Steel Ltd. into compulsory liquidation after the steel maker failed to obtain last-minute rescue funds from the government. The company, which employs more than 5,000 people, will continue operating while the governments Official Receiverthe liquidatorexplores options for the business, including a potential sale, according to a spokesman…