FTSE up as pound hits near four-year high
'In response to recent media speculation Shell wishes to clarify that it has not been actively considering making an offer for BP and confirms it has not made an approach to, and no talks have taken place with, BP with regards to a possible offer,' the London-based energy company said in a statement.
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