Fashion boutique becomes latest recession victim

A TOP fashion boutique has become the latest victim of the recession.

Beth’s Boutique, based on French Church Street in Cork City Centre, has gone into liquidation after 15 years of trading, it has been confirmed.

Its owner, Beth Haughton, who has made several appearances as a fashion expert on national TV, said she was “devastated” at having to close the business after such a long time selling designer clothes.