date:May 04, 2014
untry's six-largest grocery chain, with just over 300 stores.
In a statement released by the company, it attributed its good performance to the success of its essential own-brand and new store openings.
Free delivery for online shopping has also assisted in the sales incerase, with online sales leaping 79.4%.
Waitrose's sales in the week to 26 April were 2.1% lower than in the same period last year, reflecting a shorter trading week because of the closure of most shops on Easter Sunday.
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