The Original Factory Shop
During 2010 to 2011, the chain expanded its warehouse and offices in Burnley by 100,000 square feet (9,300 m2) to provide for the future needs of the business.[2][3] The chief executive of The Original Factory Shop is former Lloyds Pharmacy boss Tony Page, who replaced Angela Spindler in June 2013.In May 2010, rumours surfaced that the parent company Duke Street Capital put the chain up for sale for £200 million.[6] On 26 June 2018, it was announced that The Original Factory Shop is to close 32 stores due to falling profits, and the withdrawal of its credit insurance.The Original Factory Shop has also reported that it will be unsurprisingly starting a company voluntary arrangement process.