FTSE jumps but sterling hit as Brexit fears leap

Industry reacts to announcement

Natalie Kenway
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The FTSE 100 has climbed nearly 1.5% in early trading in its first session since the announcement on Friday that Britons will vote on whether to stay in the European Union on 23 June, but sterling has taken a hit.

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