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Live updates: Mike Ashley admits Sports Direct mistakes

Live reaction to Sports Direct boss Mike Ashley's appearance before MPs.

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'My best may not be good enough for Sports Direct'

Mike Ashley has told MPs that the claims of mistreatment and poor working conditions at Sports Direct shows the business has "definitely outgrown me".

"I can only do my best and my best may not be good enough," he said.

Mike Ashley told MPs they were 'pushing against an open door' in demanding changes to work practices.

Mr Ashley earlier pledged to implement a number of changes to working practices within 90 days.

He promised to write to MPs if the time frame needs to be extended.

"You're pushing against an open door," Mr Ashley said on his willingness to deal with issues at his retail chain.

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