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The Range set to open two new stores in Oxfordshire
The Range set to open two new stores in Oxfordshire: A High Street retail chain is set to open new two new stores in Oxfordshire this month ...
oxfordmail.co.uk/news/24948577.range-open-two-new-stores-oxfordshire/
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Jobs face axe at The Range
Jobs face axe at The Range: Retailer The Range has confirmed it is restructuring its in-store teams - with jobs across Kent at risk.
kentonline.co.uk/kent-business/county-news/jobs-face-axe-at-the-range-340809/
M&S Food to open at former Homebase in Abingdon retail park
M&S Food to open at former Homebase in Abingdon retail park: Following the closure of Homebase earlier this year, M&S has announced that it will be opening Food ...
oxfordmail.co.uk/news/25193034.m-s-food-open-former-homebase-abingdon-retail-park/
IKEA announces new Chester store to open in 2025
IKEA announces new Chester store to open in 2025: 'In Chester we’ve been looking for the perfect location for many years'
cheshire-live.co.uk/news/chester-cheshire-news/ikea-announces-new-chester-store-31325311
The Range is ready to open a new store at Oxford Homebase
The Range is ready to open a new store at Oxford Homebase: Homeware and DIY chain The Range is ready to open a new store in Oxford
oxfordmail.co.uk/news/24968202.range-ready-open-new-store-oxford-homebase/
DIY retailer 'shutting' two shops as several UK branches face axe
DIY retailer 'shutting' two shops as several UK branches face axe
lancs.live/whats-on/shopping/homebase-closing-down-sales-two-31046686
Sussex stores close as Homebase goes into administration
Sussex stores close as Homebase goes into administration: Homebase has revealed that 33 stores will be closing this month, including its stores in Hove ...
theargus.co.uk/news/24941809.sussex-stores-close-homebase-goes-administration/
Full list of major high street retailers closing before end of February
Full list of major high street retailers closing before end of February: Homebase has confirmed 33 closures for February, after the DIY chain collapsed into ...
dailyrecord.co.uk/news/scottish-news/full-list-major-high-street-34689479
Here is when new The Range store will be opening in Morecambe
Here is when new The Range store will be opening in Morecambe: The Range have announced an opening date for their new store in the former Homebase in Morecambe.
lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/national/here-is-when-new-the-range-store-will-be-opening-in-morecambe-4987353
Homebase stores in Norwich to close down in February
Homebase stores in Norwich to close down in February: Retail giant Homebase has confirmed that both its stores in Norwich - in Sprowston and in Hall Road - will ...
eveningnews24.co.uk/news/24912858.homebase-stores-norwich-close-february/
The Range opens latest Gloucestershire store in former Homebase
The Range opens latest Gloucestershire store in former Homebase: There is a gardening hub at the store
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/range-opens-latest-gloucestershire-store-9909853
Cromer Sansbury's plans met with backlash from Morrisons
Cromer Sansbury's plans met with backlash from Morrisons: The supermarket giant Morrisons has objected to plans lodged by its competitor Sainsbury’s to occupy a ...
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Sad sight after Homebase store shuts in Cheltenham
Sad sight after Homebase store shuts in Cheltenham: A number of the DIY chain's shops are shutting across the country
gloucestershirelive.co.uk/whats-on/whats-on-news/sad-sight-after-homebase-store-9879952
Blyth Homebase set to become The Range following acquisition
Blyth Homebase set to become The Range following acquisition: Blyth Homebase will reopen as The Range Superstores with an integrated Homebase Garden Centre in ...
northumberlandgazette.co.uk/business/blyth-homebase-set-to-become-the-range-following-acquisition-4932975
Homebase to live on within former stores reopened under the Range name
Homebase to live on within former stores reopened under the Range name: DIY brand will be used online and in some departments of new superstores opened from ...
theguardian.com/business/2024/dec/23/homebase-to-live-on-within-former-stores-reopened-under-the-range-name
Homebase in Morecambe announces closing down sale
Homebase in Morecambe announces closing down sale: Homebase in Morecambe is holding a closing down sale with 50% off stock.
lancasterguardian.co.uk/news/national/homebase-in-morecambe-announces-closing-down-sale-4907295
Closing date looms for Homebase in Fareham which will be converted into a ...
Closing date looms for Homebase in Fareham which will be converted into a new Sainsbury's supermarket
portsmouth.co.uk/business/closing-date-looms-for-homebase-in-fareham-which-will-be-converted-into-a-new-sainsburys-supermarket-4798000
Sainsbury's: list of Homebase stores being bought and turned into new ...
Sainsbury's: list of Homebase stores being bought and turned into new supermarkets - is Homebase closing down?
birminghamworld.uk/business/consumer/sainsburys-full-list-homebase-stores-closing-down-new-supermarkets-near-me-4762896
Key FactsSainsbury’s Acquires Homebase Stores for Major Growth
Aug 29, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: theguardian.com
  • Sainsbury’s is investing £130 million to purchase 10 Homebase stores and convert them into large supermarkets.

  • This expansion is the largest in over a decade and will create 1,000 jobs, ensuring interviews for at-risk Homebase employees.

  • The CEO of Sainsbury’s highlights the ongoing success of the food business and aims to increase market share through competitive pricing and a diverse product range.

  • Homebase is facing challenges, having reported significant losses due to declining sales and rising costs.