Weather fails to dampen Thorntons sales in UK

Dismal summer weather has failed to dent a recovery at Thorntons after the chocolate maker unveiled a sharp rise in sales today.

The company said improved product ranges, including its selection of organic chocolates, and a £1m (€1.5m) store refurbishment programme helped sales surge 26.2% in the 11 weeks to June 30, to £26.5m (€39.5m).