But Marks & Spencer has emerged as a leading contender to take over the UK arm of racy lingerie brand Victoria’s Secret. This would allow them to sell Victoria’s Secret products and take over its 25 stores. Victoria’s Secret has also been tainted by a series of scandals in the US, where executives were accused of presiding over a culture of misogyny, bullying and harassment. The firm’s UK arm is going through a ‘light touch’ administration process, which will allow it to keep trading while putting off its debts. Justin Bieber and Cara Delevingne at a Victoria's Secret Fashion Show, Lexington Armory, New York in 2012The uncertainty reflects the depth of the crisis on the UK high street following lockdown.

Source: Daily Mail June 26, 2020 21:09 UTC