By Rupert Steiner Last updated at 7:41 AM on 9th December 2011 One of Britain’s best-known shoe chains,  Barratts, has collapsed into administration for  the second time in two years. Some 3,840 jobs are at risk if a buyer cannot be found to rescue the 191 Barratts and Priceless Shoes stores and the 371 concessions within  department stores. The firm is the second casualty in two days on the High Street. On Wednesday outdoor clothing chain Black’s hoisted the ‘For Sale’ sign. Tough times: Nearly 4,000 jobs were under threat after the owner of shoe shops Barratts and Priceless Shoes collapsed into administration
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Administrator Deloitte says stores will continue to trade while it seeks a buyer for all or part of the business
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