On the money: Co-op CEO Marks defends Somerfield buy
By Katy Askew | 29 March 2012
Peter Marks, chief executive of UK retailer The Co-operative Group, has defended the firm's acquisition of the Somerfield chain after the company today (29 March) reported falling annual sales and profits.
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Peter Marks, chief executive of UK retailer The Co-operative Group, has defended the firm's acquisition of the Somerfield chain after the company today (29 March) reported falling annual sales and profits.
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