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LDC takes majority stake in Scottish opticians chain Duncan & Todd

The Scottish chain posted revenues of £16m in 2017 and currently boasts a 28-store portfolio. LDC announced that it plans to invest £15m in the business, with the price of the company not disclosed.

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