"Cadbury is just the latest in a string of British businesses that have been swallowed up by foreign companies over the years, sparking a wave of national outrage. Disgusted by the group's imminent £12 billion takeover by "processed cheese company" Kraft, some loyal customers have vowed to never buy a Cadbury chocolate bar again. The list is long and includes big names like Rover, Abbey National, Asda, ICI and Corus. Has Britain gone to the dogs?City commentators say that if the UK were to show interest in buying a French or German company it would be shown the door - pure unadulterated protectionism!" - AOL website
It seems to me that in most other countries there seems to be pride taken in successful companies that have been started and built up in their home nation. Not here though. The only thing that seems to matter is getting a massive pay off for the shareholders. Cadbury is taken over by Kraft and immediately there is a threat to the jobs of the employees who have contributed to Cadbury's success. All very, very depressing...
Rant over.
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