Primark Chief Executive Officer Paul Marchant has resigned following an investigation into what the fashion chain’s owner Associated British Foods Plc called inappropriate behavior toward a woman.

Mr Marchant's career in retail spans decades. Before joining Primark in 2009, he held senior roles at major high-street brands. His tenure at Primark saw the company expand its footprint to more ...

Primark CEO Paul Marchant led the company’s European and US expansion, the company said in a blurb on its website. AFP via Getty Images ABF will report its interim financial results as planned ...

Paul Marchant, a prominent figure in British retail, has stepped down as CEO of Primark following allegations of inappropriate behaviour towards a woman in a social setting. The discount fashion ...

Paul Marchant has left the clothing retailer after “an allegation made by an individual about his behavior,” the company said. Listen to this article · 2:35 min Learn more.

Primark said its chief executive officer, Paul Marchant, resigned after an investigation into alleged inappropriate behavior, ending his 16-year tenure at the helm of the clothing retailer.

Mr Marchant was the chief executive of Primark – the 450-strong chain of fashion shops – until Monday. The 56-year-old is a veteran of the retail sector. He previously worked at a raft of ...

– Who is Paul Marchant? Mr Marchant was the chief executive of Primark – the 450-strong chain of fashion shops – until Monday. The 56-year-old is a veteran of the retail sector.

Primark’s parent firm, Associated British Foods (ABF), said Paul Marchant has stepped down as chief executive of the high street fashion brand with immediate effect following an investigation.

The dramatic departure of Paul Marchant will be a huge blow for the business he has run for since 2009 turning it into one of Britain’s most profitable retail chains. He took over that year from ...