A CHEMIST war has broken out, following Boots' poor results. As reported in the late edition of yesterday's Advertiser, the High Street chain has seen an 11 per cent drop in profits.

Asda, which has stores in north and west Swindon, has announced a £7 million refurbishment of all its health and beauty departments.

And Superdrug has said it will open 40 new stores across the country, although none as yet are planned for Wiltshire.