Independent bodyshop group Just Car Clinics has bought two centres, taking its network to 25 sites.

It has added branches in Redditch and Stoubridge, held by Richmond Motors prior to its administration, to complement JCC's existing businesses at Banbury, Swindon and Hinckley.

Chief executive Barry Whittles said: “These acquisitions compliment our growth strategy to operate sites within close proximity to each other and are ideally located to infill and develop our presence in the Midlands region.

"Both acquisitions were supported by important corporate clients, who were keen for Just Car Clinics to take over these businesses.

"Incorporating these sites was an easy decision for us given the excellent teams already in place who operate with a working culture similar to our own.”