M&S addresses rumours Blackpool town centre store is closing
M&S has addressed rumours that the Blackpool town centre store is to close in the coming weeks.
Marks & Spencer has addressed speculation that the retailer is set to shut its Church Street branch, with shoppers shocked by rumours of an imminent closure.
Concerns regarding the fate of the M&S outlet emerged after a shopper claimed they were informed privately by a member of staff that the branch was set to close on Christmas Eve.
Some of have said the branch looks ‘tired’ and in need of a revamp to bring it in line with the newer M&S Food stores. However, the store remains one of the key retail destinations town centre shoppers.
Three years ago the building was purchased by Blackpool Council who took out a £4.8 million loan to buy the building and help ensure the retailer retains its presence in the town centre.
At that time, council leader Lynn Williams said the town’s Marks & Spencer store was performing well and had experienced its best-ever Christmas.
What have M&S said? Is it closing or not?
The Gazette asked M&S whether there is any truth to the rumours about its imminent closure. This is what they said...
“We can confirm that the M&S store on Church Street in Blackpool will not be closing on Christmas Eve,” said a spokesperson. “If there are any updates on this, we will let you know.”
Blackpool Council declined to comment.