direct to your inboxRetail giant John Lewis is set to close more UK stores, according to reports.The department store giant is understood to be considering the closure of eight stores in a bid to cut its significant property costs.The plan, first reported by the Sunday Times, comes only eight months after the retailer announced the closure of eight stores following the initial impact of the pandemic.John Lewis, which currently operates 42 stores, is in the middle of a strategic shake-up aimed to increase the proportion of its sales made through its online channels.The retail group has declined to comment on the reports, according to PA.Partners will be updated on the company’s recent trading and its latest growth strategy in an announcement.
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