By John Glenday

Sports Direct owner Mike Ashley has moved to close the House of Fraser website amid an escalating warehouse dispute, just days after purchasing the venerable department store.

Customers had been complaining about missing and delayed deliveries following the chaos of the past few days where a number of fashion brands with outstanding debts have withdrawn their stock while negotiations continue over payment.

These problems have been exacerbated by a decision by warehouse operator XPO Logistics to temporarily close access to two warehouses dedicated to House of Fraser deliveries as it plays hardball in negotiations.

XPO is reportedly Read full story ›

Source: The Drum