"Hi All.
Please be assured that Liz continues to be an integral part of Liz Earle Beauty Co ltd. We are delighted that Liz has retained her involvement since Avon acquired the company in 2010. We hope this clears up any misunderstanding :)"
This is their release to the press regarding the redundancies/cancelled expansion:
'Liz Earle Beauty Co. Limited continues to evolve and contribute to the Island economy.
It is best practice that companies review their organisational design and processes to support their growth plans.
Liz Earle Beauty Co. Limited is currently reviewing the infrastructure to ensure world class resources are in place for future growth expectations. A consolidation of roles, improvement in working processes and effectiveness are key priorities. The business objective is to continue to drive for growth and optimal business performance.
As part of the Organisational Review there is a consultation process underway and is expected to conclude in the next 30 days.'
'A consolidation of roles, improvement in working processes and effectiveness are key priorities.'
Ahem. Laying people off.
I've since been told both Liz and Kim Buckland officially resigned from the Board on 25th September, which is true. Source
So what gives?
Who knows.
It's inevitable that when a smaller company sells out to a huge international conglomerate - Avon - that they will make changes after the initial grace period of promising 'no changes'.
But please: don't treat people like idiots and tell them 'not to talk to anyone'. Especially when it's people losing their livelihood. Its an even bigger insult.