A previous article advanced that John Lewis is closing down eight of its stores permanently. The
outlets were already experiencing financial troubles but the coronavirus and
the shift towards online shopping has
accelerated this move. This shutdown means that 1300 jobs are at risk.
The department store company has assured that it is
going to work with the affected staff to repost them into new positions. It will
find roles for them where possible. The retailer said, “This is a very sad
occasion and one we never thought was imaginable when we first opened these
shops”. It further advanced that they hoped that they would be able to keep
trading in these locations for many more years. However, the outlets were
already in trouble and the firm was not able to find a solution to save them.
John Lewis has also expressed its gratitude to clients and
workers who have shown their support since the closure was announced last
month. It said that its staff has shown “incredible professionalism” and they
will remain the firm’s priority, which means that it is going to fully support
them in the coming weeks.
After the closure, the total number of John
Lewis stores in the UK will be 43.
Staff will be given new roles where possible
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