ANOTHER Hereford shop could be at risk with administrators set to be called in, according to reports.
The Retail Gazette reported that The Body Shop has filed a notice to appoint administrators.
UPDATE: Jobs at risk as The Body Shop collapses into administration
The Guardian said that the process is likely to cause dozens of shop closures, and put jobs at risk, while ITV News said the news comes after trading over the Christmas and New Year period was not as strong as expected.
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The Body Shop has long been a feature in Hereford's High Town, and has outlived many other businesses in the city.
It is currently based at the corner of Gomond Street and Commercial Street in Hereford.
Founded by Anita Roddick in Brighton in 1976, the company offers skincare, cosmetics, and perfumes.
Bought by L'Oreal in 2006, it was sold to Natura and Co in 2017 before being sold again to Aurelius in November 2023.
It now has some 3,000 shops, both owned and franchised outlets, in more than 65 countries.
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