POUNDLAND is temporarily closing 100 stores due to the coronavirus crisis. The discounter, which has over 800 branches across the UK, has partly blamed a drop in footfall for the need to “hib…
Barry Williams, managing director, Poundland, said: "The measures we’re taking, such as putting some stores into hibernation, will help us better serve communities from the majority of stores that remain open during this period of disruption.The bargain chain served three million people last week and is often relied upon by those who live within walking distance of a shop and those who cannot afford to bulk buy.
Extra safety measures have been put in place for both staff and customers at stores that remain open. Perspex screens have been installed at checkouts, limits have been placed on the number of shoppers that can be in a stores at one time, and only some tills will be open to keep customers apart. It is also providing staff with hand sanitiser and will only be restocking shelves out of opening hours to limit contact.
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