US owner of Boots revives plan to offload UK pharmacy chain

Walgreens Boots Alliance reportedly exploring options including flotation on London Stock Exchange

The US parent company of Boots has revived plans to offload the UK’s biggest pharmacy chain.

Walgreens Boots Alliance, which abandoned a £5bn sale of Boots and its related No7 Beauty brand last year, is reportedly exploring options including an initial public offering on the London Stock Exchange.