High street fashion chain closes six additional stores

River Island is closing six locations this month as part of a restructuring plan, with a total of 33 stores set to shut down by the end of January 2026. CEO Ben Lewis stated that the store portfolio no longer aligns with customer preferences, particularly as online shopping increases. The affected locations include branches in Bangor Bloomfield, Cumbernauld, and Hartlepool, among others. This decision aims to position River Island for long-term viability amid rising business costs.

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