1,600 Homebase staff saved by ‘Del Boy’ billionaire behind The Range after giant goes bust

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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.

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Homebase collapsed into administration yesterdayCredit: Alamy

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.

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