HOMEBASE collapsed into administration yesterday — but 1,600 staff will be saved by the “Del Boy” billionaire behind The Range.
Plymouth-based tycoon Chris Dawson yesterday confirmed a deal to take over the Homebase brand name, rights, and 70 of its stores.
AlamyHomebase collapsed into administration yesterday[/caption]It is expected the stores will be rebranded to The Range, but Homebase will continue as an online brand and will be used on some of The Range’s DIY products.