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According to The Mirror, the TV chef has had to let 60 staff go and held crisis talks on Friday as five of his restaurants went into administration.
The Lamb in Henley-on-Thames, the Barnes Grill, Notting Grill, Kew Grill and Windsor Grill have apparently gone under, following the closure of The Greyhound in Henley-on-Thames two weeks ago.
The Kew and Windsor restaurants remain open for business, along with his Ferry Lane Farm and Deli near the Windsor Grill.
Worrall Thompson said: "The administrator was stuck in snow on Friday so I broke the news to all the staff myself today. This was probably better because I could be softer with everyone and do my best to reassure them.
"I am absolutely gutted about this whole situation. These guys are like my family and I have promised to do everything that I can to get them back on their feet."
Worrall Thompson said that he will make sure his staff get paid "one way or another", adding that he will reach into his own pocket if necessary.
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