Imperial Leather and Carex maker PZ Cussons said revenue and profits continued to grow in the UK, despite high levels of promotional activity in supermarkets.

Imperial Leather soap maker PZ Cussons branched out today with the £75m (€100.9m) purchase of London's Sanctuary Spa business.

The maker of Imperial Leather underlined its commitment to the UK today by announcing plans for a £26m (€38m) manufacturing and innovation centre.

Imperial Leather and Carex soapmaker PZ Cussons today said the launch of new soap brands in the UK helped boost sales in the first six months of the year.

Imperial Leather soap maker PZ Cussons today promised “considerable effort” to ensure managers make their mark in toughening trading conditions.