Profits more than double at Debenhams’ Irish store

DEPARTMENT store group Debenhams saw profits at its Dublin outlet more than double last year.

According to accounts filed at the Companies Registration (CRO), Debenhams’ Irish profits rose from €1.24 million in 2003 to just over 3m in 2004.

Debenhams’ store in the Jervis Shopping Centre in Dublin turned over €15.5m in the 12 months to August 28, 2004. The turnover was flat compared to the previous year. When third party concessions sales are included, turnover was €19.5m for the year.