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Iconic Leicestershire shoe factory, known for royal footwear, closes after 73 years. Early Days, founded in 1952, crafted shoes for Prince George and his siblings, and employed over 100 people at its peak. Owners, Paul and Chris Bolton, blame rising costs and economic challenges for closure. Theyve pushed for government support for UKs footwear industry, which lost thousands of jobs due to lack of aid. The factorys closure marks the end of a generations-long family legacy in Leicesters textile world. Checkout Solipillow.com