RECEIVERS have been called in to a Clitheroe garage to run it until a buyer is found.

Several potential buyers have already shown an interest in Brian Dootson Ltd, Edisford Road.

The Peugeot garage is now being run by receivers Latham, Crossley and Davis, of Manchester.

Administrative receiver Derek Oakley said: "The business is continuing to trade while a buyer of the business as a going concern is sought.

"While we are in the early stages, I am hopeful that a buyer can be found.

"We have had some interest already and that is why I am hopeful of a sale."

He added that he hoped the 12 staff jobs would be secured if it could be sold as a going concern.

No date has yet been fixed for a meeting with creditors and no details of the garage's financial position have been made available.

Company chairman Max Edmondson was not available for comment.

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