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UK discount chain shutting shops as Summer closures begin
UK discount chain shutting shops as Summer closures begin

Scotsman

time4 days ago

  • Business
  • Scotsman

UK discount chain shutting shops as Summer closures begin

Shoppers are snapping up big bargains as the retailer clears stock Sign up to the weekly Cost Of Living newsletter. Saving tips, deals and money hacks. Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... The Original Factory Shop is closing several branches this month, with more expected later 'Closing down' sales are already underway at affected stores, with major discounts across items Locations confirmed for closure include sites in Pembrokeshire, Worcestershire, and Cumbria Affected branches are offering up to 30% off clothing, footwear, toys, and household goods The closures are part of a wider restructuring plan to cut losses and renegotiate rents Several branches of a major discount department store chain are set to shut their doors this month, with more closures expected later in the summer. Shoppers have already spotted "closing down" sales at some Original Factory Shop locations, where stock is being sold off at heavily discounted prices. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Photos of the sales have been shared on Facebook, with one post noting: 'Up to 11 TOFS stores are set to close this month, including sites across Worcestershire, Durham and Cumbria.' (Photo: David Potter/Construction Photography/Avalon/Getty Images) | Getty Images A spokesperson for the retailer told The Press and Journal: 'The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) recently confirmed that, as part of a restructuring, a number of its loss-making stores will have to close. "Closing stores is always a tough decision and we are committed to keeping as many stores open as possible. This is, however, dependent on successful negotiations with landlords as we strive to build a sustainable and successful business for the future.' The full list of confirmed store closures: Milford Haven, Pembrokeshire – closing June 26 Perth – closing June 28 Chester Le Street, County Durham – closing June 28 Arbroath, Angus – closing June 28 Kidwelly, Carmarthenshire – closing June 28 Pershore, Worcestershire – closing June 28 Normanton, West Yorkshire – closing June 28 Peterhead, Aberdeenshire – closing June 28 Shaftesbury, Dorset – closing June 28 Staveley, Cumbria – closing July 12 Middlewich – TBC Heswall – TBC Stores currently listed for sale: Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Nairn Market Drayton Troon Blairgowrie Castle Douglas The discount department store has cut prices across the board, with everything from clothing and gardening tools to toys now reduced. Shoppers will find clothing rails marked with discounts of up to 30% off, while the entire footwear range — including trainers and heels — is heavily discounted. In the men's section, shelves are well-stocked with polo shirts, gym vests, and t-shirts. Household essentials and cleaning products are also included in the sale, with 10% knocked off their usual price. And if you've got a sweet tooth, there are plenty of confectionery bargains to be found throughout the store. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra
Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Globe and Mail

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • Globe and Mail

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Melbourne, Victoria--(Newsfile Corp. - June 16, 2025) - Besra Gold Inc. (ASX: BEZ) refers members to the below link, which introduces its newly appointed Independent Chair, Mr. David Potter. Concise resume of Mr. Potter Mr. Potter has extensive experience in the resource sector, spanning over 30 years, during which he has built and led a diverse range of specialist teams providing technical, financial, and strategic support for multiple start-ups, operations, feasibility studies, and due diligence. This wealth of his hands-on operational experience is combined with strong corporate, legal and finance acumen, built from continued education as well as executive experience at Reed Resources, Excelsior Gold and Round Oak Minerals (a 100% owned subsidiary of Washington Soul Pattinson), as well as being a director of several private entities. Mr. Potter currently works as a private resource sector consultant advising on technical, finance and strategic matters. He has a Bachelor of Science (geology), a Master of Science (mineral economics) and a diploma in Financial Investment and Analysis. As a member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, he is able to act as a JORC competent person for a variety of deposit styles.

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces David Potter, Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra
Besra Gold Inc. Introduces David Potter, Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Yahoo

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces David Potter, Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Melbourne, Victoria--(Newsfile Corp. - June 16, 2025) - Besra Gold Inc. (ASX: BEZ) refers members to the below link, which introduces its newly appointed Independent Chair, Mr. David Potter. Concise resume of Mr. Potter Mr. Potter has extensive experience in the resource sector, spanning over 30 years, during which he has built and led a diverse range of specialist teams providing technical, financial, and strategic support for multiple start-ups, operations, feasibility studies, and due diligence. This wealth of his hands-on operational experience is combined with strong corporate, legal and finance acumen, built from continued education as well as executive experience at Reed Resources, Excelsior Gold and Round Oak Minerals (a 100% owned subsidiary of Washington Soul Pattinson), as well as being a director of several private entities. Mr. Potter currently works as a private resource sector consultant advising on technical, finance and strategic matters. He has a Bachelor of Science (geology), a Master of Science (mineral economics) and a diploma in Financial Investment and Analysis. As a member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, he is able to act as a JORC competent person for a variety of deposit styles. Michael HigginsonChief Corporate Officer and Company To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra
Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Yahoo

time5 days ago

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Besra Gold Inc. Introduces to David Potter Independent Non-Executive Chair of Besra

Melbourne, Victoria--(Newsfile Corp. - June 16, 2025) - Besra Gold Inc. (ASX: BEZ) refers members to the below link, which introduces its newly appointed Independent Chair, Mr. David Potter. Concise resume of Mr. Potter Mr. Potter has extensive experience in the resource sector, spanning over 30 years, during which he has built and led a diverse range of specialist teams providing technical, financial, and strategic support for multiple start-ups, operations, feasibility studies, and due diligence. This wealth of his hands-on operational experience is combined with strong corporate, legal and finance acumen, built from continued education as well as executive experience at Reed Resources, Excelsior Gold and Round Oak Minerals (a 100% owned subsidiary of Washington Soul Pattinson), as well as being a director of several private entities. Mr. Potter currently works as a private resource sector consultant advising on technical, finance and strategic matters. He has a Bachelor of Science (geology), a Master of Science (mineral economics) and a diploma in Financial Investment and Analysis. As a member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy, he is able to act as a JORC competent person for a variety of deposit styles. Michael HigginsonChief Corporate Officer and Company To view the source version of this press release, please visit

Besra Gold Inc. Announces Notice of Special Meeting
Besra Gold Inc. Announces Notice of Special Meeting

Yahoo

time03-06-2025

  • Business
  • Yahoo

Besra Gold Inc. Announces Notice of Special Meeting

Melbourne, Victoria--(Newsfile Corp. - June 2, 2025) - Besra Gold Inc. (ASX: BEZ) ("Besra") is pleased to issue the following letter to its shareholders: Dear Shareholder/Investor, Please find below a link to Besra Gold's Notice of Special Meeting, which is currently being delivered to all Besra shareholders and CDI holders. Shareholders and CDI holders are actively encouraged to vote at the Special Meeting in accordance with the instructions appearing on either the Proxy Form or the CDI Voting Instruction Form. The Special Meeting will be held in Australia at 11:30 am (Sydney Australia time) on Tuesday 24 June 2025 at C/- Hall Chadwick, Level 40, 2 Park Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2000. Shareholders and CDI holders are invited to contact our recently appointed Chairman, Mr David Potter, at Link to the Notice of Special Meeting: Kind regards, Michael Higginson. Company Secretary N. America Contact:James Hamiltonjim@ To view the source version of this press release, please visit Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data

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