The Body Shop will close another 75 UK stores within the next six weeks, including three in Greater Manchester, it has confirmed.
The high street skincare and cosmetics chain tumbled into administration earlier this month. Administrators from FRP Advisory said the latest closures will take place over the next four to six weeks as part of a heavy restructuring aimed at preserving the brand.
Some 489 jobs will be lost. Last week, the retailer shut seven shops in its first phase of restructuring after confirming plans to close nearly half of its then-198 UK outlets.
The latest announcement will leave the retail firm with 116 stores across the UK, including four stores still operating in Greater Manchester. Try MEN Premium now for FREE...
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