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WH Smith Highlights A “North-South Divide”

The stationery retailer’s chief executive Kate Swann has reported a “north-south divide” at its travel outlets, with stores in rail stations, airports and hospitals performing best in London and southern regions. The group delivered a small rise in half year profits to £64m.

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