AN EAST Lancashire-based business has reported a surge in profits.
The Original Factory Shop, based in Burnley, said its profits had last year shot up by 36 per cent, with turnover up 35 per cent for the 13 weeks to the end of August.
The firm, headed by former Debenhams boss Angela Spindler, said its performance was down to its presence in seaside towns and an “aggressive new stores opening programme”.
The company’s head office is in Billington Road, Burnley, and it has outlets in Clitheroe, Great Harwood and Todmorden.
Mrs Spindler said: “Being our home ground, we are delighted with our performance in Lancashire and how that has contributed to the overall success of the business.”
Orginal Factory Shop intends to open a new store in West Lancashire in the next year.
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