If Woodford was really sorry, he would stay away and let investment industry rebuild

Industry needs to restore trust

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Neil Woodford's astonishing interview with The Telegraph over the weekend and the news he is to launch a comeback fund for professional investors sent shockwaves throughout the investment industry.

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