Claire’s Store Closures: Ashford, Canterbury, Folkestone, Tonbridge, Maidstone
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Claire’s Accessories UK Closures: Kent Stores Affected
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What Happened?
Shoppers in Kent are facing the loss of six Claire’s stores as the UK chain shuts 145 locations across the country.
Earlier this week, administrators reached a rescue deal, selling 156 stores to investment group Modella Capital, safeguarding around 1,000 jobs at the accessories giant.
However, the deal did not include 145 stores, which are now set to close permanently.
Closing-down sales, offering 20% off, begin this weekend, though exact closure dates will vary by store, The Sun reports.
Will Wright, Interpath‘s UK chief executive and joint administrator, told the paper: “Our intention is to continue to trade the remaining portfolio of stores for as long as we can, while we explore the options available.”
Despite the rescue effort, administrators were unable to find a buyer for these sites, leaving staff facing an uncertain future.
The total number of employees affected has not been confirmed.
Which Kent Stores Are Closing?
While a comprehensive list hasn’t been released, the following Claire’s stores in Kent are confirmed to be closing:
- Maidstone (King Street)
- Folkestone (Sandgate Road)
- [Further Kent locations to be added as confirmed]
We will update this list as more information becomes available.
Why is claire’s Closing Stores?
Claire’s Accessories has faced financial difficulties in recent years, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic and changing consumer shopping habits