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From The Sunday Times
April 27, 2008

Bernard Lewis and family

Bernard Lewis, Chairman of the River Island clothing chain store group

RESULTS FOR 2008
Ranking: 43
Worth: £1,620m
Source of wealth: Fashion and property

The Lewis Trust Group saw profits rise 57% to almost £244m on £813m sales in 2006. Star performer was the River Island fashion chain with £157m profit. The group, chaired by Lewis, 82, has diversified into hotels, property and banking. The Lewis family and trusts own the £1.5 billion business. Dividends, including £52m in 2006, and property add £120m after tax.

RESULTS FOR 2007
Ranking: 41
Worth: £1,480m
Source of wealth: Fashion and property

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