Historic Devon carpet maker Axminster Carpets goes into administration
Axminster Carpets has collapsed into administration after weeks of trying to secure a rescue deal.
The 265-year-old firm, which supplied carpets to the Royal Family, has appointed Duff and Phelps as administrators.
Up to eighty employees have been made redundant as a result as the company goes into administration for the second time in seven years.
The local and County Councils have both said they'll offer advice to workers faced with redundancy.
Duff and Phelps have also said a small number of employees will continue to work through the Company’s order book.