SHAMPOO to mouthwash maker McBride has seen its operating profits surge by 38% to £50m over the past year.

The company - which has its UK headquarters and main factory at Middleton, in Greater Manchester - has also announced that it has bought a Czech rival for £8m.

McBride's results for the year to the end of June 30 show that its revenue also increased by 2% to £812.2m from £792.4m last time.

It has also reduced its debt from £82.4m to £60m and increased its full year div......for the full story register now for free or login below...