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John Gapper

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John Gapper is business columnist of the FT Weekend. He writes a weekly column on business and society from a consumer perspective, and other features and interviews.

He was formerly the FT's chief business commentator and opinion & analysis editor. He has worked for the FT since 1987 in London, New York and Tokyo, and has covered banking, media and technology and employment.

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  • Friday, 20 May, 2022
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    Fears of crime and disorder have driven professionals to stay off public transport and work from home

  • Friday, 13 May, 2022
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  • Friday, 6 May, 2022
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    House & Home
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    Tobacco
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