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Wickes Buys 13 Focus Stores

Ernst & Young, the administrators of the Focus DIY chain, have agreed to sell 13 of the chain’s stores to Wickes Building Supplies, saving 345 jobs. B&Q-owner Kingfisher has already agreed to buy up to 31 stores for £23m. All Focus stores remain open for business.

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