Laura Ashley Says No Bid Has Been Received for Company

(Bloomberg) -- Laura Ashley confirmed that no bid has been received for the company.

• “As far as I am concerned, there is no takeover bid because there has been no approach whatsoever," said Chairman Andrew Khoo in an emailed statement
• Says the board will discharge its duties and assess any approach, if made, on its relative merits
• Believes company will be able to grow profitably and in a sustainable manner

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