House of Fraser says luxury brand relationships 'critical' to future

Published: 27-Aug-2018
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The company, recently rescued by Sports Direct, is said to owe brands such as Elizabeth Arden around £484m

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House of Fraser, recently bought by Sports Direct, is said to be in a stand-off with its suppliers, who have been told that they will not be paid for orders placed before 10 August.

The company is said to owe brands such as Elizabeth Arden

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