Broadband firm announces plans to close stores in region
Broadband firm Virgin Media has announced it is looking to close three stores in the North West.
The closures are part of plans to close 25 outlets across the country and cut around 110 jobs.
The three stores in the region are in Blackburn, Blackpool and Wigan.
It is thought that sales and managers are most at risk and the closures will take place between March and April this year.
The news was announced earlier today and a spokesperson said: “We have carried out a thorough review of our sales operation which included looking at the performance of our retail stores and kiosks.
“We are now consulting with our people and are supporting employees impacted by the proposal, including identifying opportunities to move to new roles within Virgin Media.
“Our proposal will see us retain 53 retail outlets across the UK from which we can continue to serve our customers and we’re focused on making those stores a fantastic place for our customers to engage with our sales teams and to experience first-hand our amazing products and services.
“This is happening alongside investment in our online sales and customer service channels.”
A letter circulated to staff said: “The current review has led us to propose closing some locations where it has become clear that they are not giving us a sustainable or appropriate return in terms of value.
“We realise this may be a difficult and unsettling time for you and we’re committed to ensuring that timely and meaningful consultation takes place regarding the proposals with you and your relevant elected representatives.”
The branches under threat are:
Blackburn store
Blackpool store
Bournemouth store
Brighton store
Chatham store
Exeter store
Falkirk store
Gloucester store
Grimsby store
Harlow store
Huddersfield store
Leeds St Johns store
Maidstone store
Nottingham Victoria store
Swindon store
Wigan store
Worthing store
Dalston kiosk
Ealing kiosk
Edgware kiosk
Grays kiosk
Lincoln kiosk
