Carpetright: More than 1,500 jobs go despite rescue deal

Getty ImagesMore than 1,500 staff at Carpetright are to lose their jobs despite a deal by rival flooring retailer Tapi to save some of its stores.Tapi Carpets & Floors has bought the Carpetright brand name, the company's intellectual property, two warehouses and 54 stores, saving 308 jobs.However, the remainder of Carpetright's staff were not included in the deal and will be made redundant either immediately or…