Primark chief executive Paul Marchant has resigned after an allegation over his behaviour towards a woman.Primark's parent firm, Associated British Foods (ABF), said Mr Marchant has stepped down as chief executive of the high street fashion brand with immediate effect following an investigation.It said the incident related to "his behaviour towards (a woman) in a social environment".

Primark chief executive Paul Marchant has resigned after an allegation over his behaviour towards a woman.Primark's parent firm, Associated British Foods (ABF), said Mr Marchant has stepped down as chief executive of the high street fashion brand with immediate effect following an investigation.It said the incident related to "his behaviour towards (a woman) in a social environment".