Asda has confirmed that it is to close "loss making" stores in the UK with a number of jobs at risk. The supermarket giant has made the decision to close certain stores after a consultation period.
However, the chain has promised to find all affected staff members roles elsewhere. A total of two Asda stores in the UK will be affected, with closures taking place in the coming months.
The affected stores sell clothing, entertainment good and homeware and do not sell groceries, reports Manchester Evening News.
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An Asda Living branch in Island Green Retail Park in Wrexham will close on July 31 with its outlet in Eastgate Retail Park in Bristol also closing, although the date has not yet been confirmed.
A spokesperson for Asda said that the stores had been "running at a loss for a number of years".
They added: "Unfortunately, following a period of consultation, we have decided to close the stores. We recognise this will be a difficult time for colleagues at the store and we are in discussions with all of them to support them through this process, we will do all we can to find alternate roles in other local stores."
The Asda Living stores offer customers homeware, clothing, furnishings, kitchenware, entertainment good and electronics. The closure of the Wrexham branch has put around 20 jobs at risk.
On its website, the supermarket chain says: "Asda Living stores bring you fashionable clothing, latest homeware and great value entertainment goods you’ve come to expect from George and Asda all under one roof. We’ve a large range of kitchenware, exciting home furnishings and electronics – so you can be sure to find what you’re looking for, whether that’s a new vase, a soft rug or the latest tech for your living room.
"In our Asda Living stores, you will also find a range of health and beauty products including toiletries. Seasonal items such as our range of garden products are also available. With good parking facilities at our 33 stores, your visit will be quick, easy and stress free. Our cafés have a range of refreshments to help you relax and recharge, helping you make the most from your visit."
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