The European Commission has said that it will rule on the proposed acquisition of United Biscuits by private equity firms Blackstone and PAI by 12 December.

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The deal, valued at more than GBP1.6bn (US$3.04bn), was initially struck last month and is awaiting regulatory approval. 

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