Morrisons Announces Closure of 100 Stores: Here's How to Check If Yours Is Affected
Morrisons store closure update with 3 ways to check if your local is shutting

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Morrisons plans to close 100 stores across the UK, potentially impacting hundreds of jobs. Employees at closing locations will be offered positions at nearby stores. Customers can check if their local store is closing by observing signage, asking staff, or monitoring local news.
- 01The closures will affect stores acquired from McColl's, which Morrisons bought in 2022.
- 02Employees at closing stores will be offered roles at nearby locations where possible.
- 03Local signage will appear 4 to 6 weeks before closures, indicating final trading days.
- 04Morrisons has faced significant cost increases, complicating the profitability of these stores.
- 05The company is also expanding its Morrisons Daily convenience store format despite the closures.
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Morrisons is set to close 100 stores across the UK, a decision that may lead to significant job losses. The closures, primarily affecting former McColl's locations, are part of a strategy to address loss-making stores. Employees at these locations will be offered roles at nearby stores where feasible. Customers can find out if their local store is closing by looking for physical notices or clearance sale signs, asking staff directly, or keeping an eye on local news reports. The company's Chief Executive, Rami Baitiéh, has emphasized that despite these closures, Morrisons plans to expand its Morrisons Daily convenience stores, aiming to open hundreds more in the coming years. The retailer has cited substantial cost increases from government policies as a significant challenge in returning these stores to profitability. Earlier this year, Morrisons also cut over 200 head office jobs to streamline operations, highlighting the ongoing difficulties faced by the company.
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The closure of Morrisons stores will affect local employment and shopping options, potentially leading to reduced access to groceries for communities.
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