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Pret a Manger 'set to close some of its UK sandwich shops putting 800 jobs at risk'
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mirror.co.ukHundreds of jobs are at risk as Pret a Manger prepares to close around one in ten of its UK sandwich shops. The huge chain, which runs around 450 branches across the UK, says sales were decimated by lockdown.
It is understood the chief executive, Pano Christou, will make the devastating announcement on Wednesday but as many as 800 people are likely to lose their jobs.
The major restructuring will see 45 shops shut, reports Mail on Sunday. During lockdown, there has been a vast cut in footfall in towns and city centres where many Pret a Manger stores are based.
The firm is now unable to meet many of its rent payments. After appointing City advisers in May, the chain is believed to be considering a range of restructuring options.
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