UK wallpaper firm rolls out profits boost

Upmarket wallpaper and fabrics group Walker Greenbank today posted a surge in profits as it benefited from the return in popularity of wallpaper and colour in interior design.

The group, which is based in Milton Keynes, saw pre-tax profits jump 177% to £1.4m (€2.02m) during the six months to July 31, boosted by a strong performance across all its brands, including Harlequin and Zoffany.