Poundland closes another store as 12,000 jobs at risk

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 22 Oct, 12:20 · Archive

Poundland is closing its Warminster store on 21 November, adding to around 200 previous closures.

Poundland is closing its Warminster store in Wiltshire on 21 November, adding to significant recent closures across the discount retailer's estate. Around 200 stores have already shut, and one of the UK's biggest unions has warned the company could fall into administration, potentially putting 12,000 jobs at risk.

A store spokesperson said the closure followed difficulties securing a new lease for the premises. The company said it would consult with colleagues affected by the closure.

Staff and customers in Warminster have been upset by the news. One employee said customers were particularly affected, describing one regular customer who became tearful when hearing of the closure. Five Poundland stores currently remain in Oxfordshire, located in Oxford, Abingdon, Didcot, Banbury and Witney.

How it is being reported

• 12,000 jobs 'at risk' as UK high street brand with 600 stores closes another12,000 jobs are "at risk" according to national reports, as a major UK high street brand with over 600 stores has closed another.Oxford Mail · 22 Oct, 11:48
• 12,000 jobs 'at risk' as UK high street brand with 600 stores closes another12,000 jobs are "at risk" according to national reports, as a major UK high street brand with over 600 stores has closed another.Oxfordshire Guardian · 22 Oct, 11:48

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