Debenhams was founded in London in 1778. Even if the stone shops disappear from the streets of Britain, the Debenhams brand will live on.
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In January, it was bought by the British online clothing retailer Boohoo for 55 million pounds (1.6 billion crowns).
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The company also operates through franchises in other countries. In 2004, a department store on Prague’s Wenceslas Square was opened under this name as part of a franchise partnership. In the meantime, it was renamed Desirred, so he would not be affected by the liquidation of the British company.
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The company has previously said it will close 52 UK stores by May 8. The remaining 49 branches in Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, Manchester, Liverpool or Newcastle will welcome the last customers between 12 and 15 May. The company offers them up to 80 percent discount.
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