BT’s purchase of TalkTalk is cosy – but probably politically sensible | Nils Pratley
BT’s acquisition of TalkTalk, a deal criticized as a potential ‘stitch‑up’, is defended as politically sensible. Officials argue that alternatives—such as leaving the market unchanged or pursuing a different merger—could have produced worse outcomes for consumers and the industry. The transaction, while controversial, is seen as a pragmatic choice within the regulatory framework.