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Scottish Sun
4 days ago
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- Scottish Sun
Exact date major budget retailer with 800 UK stores to close Scots branch
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR budget retailer with 800 UK stores is to close a Scottish branch. Poundland will shut up to 68 outlets with a further 150 at risk of closure amid a restructuring plan. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 Poundland will shut up to 68 outlets with a further 150 at risk of closure Credit: Google It comes after the chain was sold to investment firm Gordon Brothers, the former owners of Laura Ashley, for £1. The retail chain had previously been owned by Polish company Pepco Group since 2016. Poundland's store in Port Glasgow, which is located in the Gallagher Shopping Park, is set to close on August 10. Earlier this month, department store Matalan lodged plans for a new branch in the unit currently occupied by the Inverclyde shop. It is currently unknown if any jobs are at risk. A Poundland spokesperson told the Greenock Telegraph: "We told colleagues at the store some weeks ago that they were sadly one of the 68 locations Poundland planned to close as part of it's restructuring and recovery plan. "It goes without saying that we are formally consulting with colleagues at the store and that work is underway. "Over time, Poundland expects to have a store network of around 650-700 stores in the UK and Ireland compared to close to 800 today. "While that remains a very sizeable network, we understand how disappointing it will be when one nearby closes." Matalan hopes to make a lot of changes to the unit it takes over. Walkthrough Poundland's first £1million store Bosses want to "demolish existing walls, doors and services and strip back to shell from current occupier". They will also add new compartment walls, partition walls, doors, fire doors, furniture and services. Poundland has made an announcement which outlines a series of changes in a bid to keep the business afloat. But these will need to be approved by the High Court in August. 2 A budget retailer with 800 UK stores to close a Scottish branch Credit: Getty The company operates around 800 stores and employs about 16,000 people.
Time Out
16-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out
One of the most popular bakeries in London has opened a second site
Hackney's Forno – an Italian-style bakery from the same people that run Cambridge Health pasta restaurant Ombra – have casually opened a second site. This is very, very good news. Ombra chef Mitshel Ibrahim quietly launched the new Forno earlier this month on Church Lane in Leytonstone, and it's open daily from 8am until 4pm. Forno is known for its cornetti – aka the Italian croissant – as well as bubbly focaccia, sourdough bread, and all manner of sweet Italian patisserie and cakes, such as torta caprese and maritozzi cream buns. The OG Forno is also home to a deli which sells filled and stuffed pasta, fresh sauces, cold cuts, Italian cheeses, and wines, as well as focaccia sandwiches and daily changing soups at lunchtime. It also serves Roman pizza in the evening, and rumour reaches us that this is also the plan for the new Leytonstone location. Forno in Hackney is currently hosting a weekly Friday night listening bar takeover called Brillo, where DJs play vinyl-only sets while punters eat pizza and drink natural wine and negronis. Heaven? Close enough! This isn't the only foodie news to come out of Leytonstone this week. The east London neighbourhood is also getting a brand new M&S Food Hall. The store opens Thursday, July 17 at 9am. Spread over 12,000 feet, it takes over the site of an old Matalan, and will boast a bakery, coffee station and flower and wine shops – as well as M&S' usual food offerings. Find Forno 2.0 at 47 Church Lane, Leytonstone, E11 1HE.
Time Out
14-07-2025
- Business
- Time Out
East London is getting a massive new M&S this week
Back in April Marks and Spencer announced that it would be pumping a whopping £90 million into its London stores – and that the capital would soon receive six new M&S Food Halls. This week one of those supermarkets will officially open its doors in a prime east London location. Marks and Sparks' new Food Hall will open on Leytonstone High Road this Thursday, July 17 at 9am. The store, which is spread over 12,000 feet and takes over the site of an old Matalan, will boast a bakery, coffee station and flower and wine shops – as well as, of course, M&S' usual food offerings. A total of 55 new jobs have been created for the store, including 14 from M&S's Marks and Starts youth training scheme. The scheme is run with The King's Trust and helps 16 to 30 year-olds gain retail experience. Commenting on the new opening, Councillor Ahsan Khan, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Regeneration and Housing at Waltham Forest Council, said: 'Supporting our young residents into employment is a priority for us at the council, and I am delighted that Waltham Forest residents have secured new jobs through the Marks and Start programme. Our employment teams have worked closely with M&S in the past, so it's great that we have been able to work together again to help even more young people gain employability skills. 'This has been made possible by our regenerative work in the borough, looking at new opportunities for our town centres, attracting reputable retailers like M&S to expand locally.' Marks and Spencer Food Hall, 829-837 High Road, E11 1HH.
Scottish Sun
09-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Major fashion & homeware retailer set to arrive in Scots town just a few miles from Glasgow
It comes amid more good news for the brand SHOP JOY Major fashion & homeware retailer set to arrive in Scots town just a few miles from Glasgow Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A MAJOR fashion store is set to move into a town just a few miles away from Glasgow. Plans have emerged for a new Matalan store at a retail park. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 2 A new Matalan store could be set to open in Scotland Credit: Alamy Bosses have applied for permission for the new store in Port Glasgow, Inverclyde. If given the green light, the fashion and homeware retailer will have a store in the town's Gallagher Shopping Park. The unit is right next to an Aldi but currently houses a Poundland. But the Port Glasgow Poundland is one of the 100 stores the bargain retailer has sold off. Matalan want to make a lot of changes to the unit of they take over. They want to "demolish existing walls, doors and services and strip back to shell from current occupier". It will also add new compartment walls, partition walls, doors, fire doors, furniture and services. There are currently 26 Matalan stores in Scotland and it is an extremely popular option for shoppers. The chain has currently launched a launched a massive 50 per cent sale on clothing and homeware with prices starting from just 50p. There are hundreds of other clothing and homeware items on offer ready to be snapped up. Matalan expands and renovates as Sainsburys axes caffeinated fan favourite The latest big sale comes as Matalan superfans have recently been raving about their lesser-known clearance stores which have items up to 70% off. The possibility of a new shop is good news for the retail sector in a time when more shops are closing and high streets continue to suffer. Just last month, Matalan announced they would be opening ten new shops across the country in a massive shake-up for the firm. Despite businesses feeling the squeeze, the future looks bright for some. We told how Aldi revealed 115 "prime" locations where they want to open new shops.
Scottish Sun
04-07-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Matalan has launched a 50% off ‘big sale' on clothing and homeware with prices starting from 50p
Shoppers should be quick while stocks last BARGAIN BUYS Matalan has launched a 50% off 'big sale' on clothing and homeware with prices starting from 50p MATALAN has launched a massive 50 per cent sale on clothing and homeware with prices starting from just 50p. Shoppers have been flocking to their nearest stores to snap up the latest bargains while stocks last. 3 Get your hands on this strawberry pink long-sleeved top Credit: Matalan You can get your hands on this Baby Pink Strawberry Long Sleeve Top for just £1.50. Reduced from £3.50 and for newborns up to 23 months, you can keep your little ones snug and stylish. Crafted from a soft and gentle fabric, this tee offers the ultimate comfort for your child's delicate skin. It's adorned with a vibrant strawberry pink hue and adds a pop of colour to their everyday wardrobe. Perfect for any occasion, you can even pair it with jeans, leggings or skirts with one happy customer saying it "fits perfectly". 3 This stylish sunglasses pouch is also up for grabs Credit: Matalan There's also the Boys grey Camo Sunglasses Pouch up for grabs for just 50p. Down from £1.50, your kids can keep their sunglasses safe and stylish this summer. Designed with a fun camo print, the pouch is both practical and adorable making it the perfect accessory for sunny days. But it's not just pouches Matalan are selling, there are a range of kids sunglasses on offer too. 3 These small storage boxes are on offer for just £1 Credit: Matalan If you're looking to keep your spaces tidy and organised, then you can also nab this Black Small Storage Box for £1. It's perfectly sized for storing small items such as office supplies, cosmetics or accessories. It offers a sleek, minimalistic design that fits seamlessly into any room. It's durable too ensuring long-lasting use while the compact size makes it ideal for small spaces. Whether on a shelf, desk or countertop this small storage box can help you stay on top of your organisation. British skincare brand sold in Boots launches 50% off sale as it prepares to close down this month There's a range of other storage boxes and baskets on offer too. And if these items don't quite take your fancy, it's only the tip of the iceberg. There are hundreds of other clothing and homeware items on offer ready to be snapped up. The latest big sale comes as Matalan superfans have recently been raving about their lesser-known clearance stores which have items up to 70% off. Shoppers have been sharing their eye-wateringly cheap hauls from the shops, with leggings down to 50p and sliders costing £1. Matalan has also been selling a "cute" vanity case that can double as the perfect hand luggage. Finding a bag that meets the strict size guidelines of airlines can be tricky. But thankfully, Matalan has the perfect product to put travellers at ease and it's currently on offer.
