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Transdev appeals to Homebase staff whose stores face closure
Transdev appeals to Homebase staff whose stores face closure: Yorkshire-based bus operator Transdev is offering a lifeline to workers from the DIY store chain ...
yorkpress.co.uk/news/24801641.transdev-appeals-homebase-staff-whose-stores-face-closure/
Bus firm Transdev's lifeline to Clitheroe Homebase workers facing jobs axe
Bus firm Transdev's lifeline to Clitheroe Homebase workers facing jobs axe: Workers from a DIY store chain in Clitheroe face redundancy this Christmas.
burnleyexpress.net/business/bus-firm-transdevs-lifeline-to-clitheroe-homebase-workers-facing-jobs-axe-4913142
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What will replace Bracknell’s former Homebase alongside Aldi?
What will replace Bracknell’s former Homebase alongside Aldi?: Bracknell shoppers can see work taking shape on the town’s new Aldi, which is being built at the ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26716886.will-replace-homebase-bracknell-next-aldi/
M&S plans for flagship Chichester store signed off
M&S plans for flagship Chichester store signed off: M&S' proposals to convert and extend the former Homebase building in Barnfield Drive, Chichester, into 55 ...
theargus.co.uk/news/26723076.m-s-plans-flagship-chichester-store-signed-off/
New Aldi in Bracknell submits sign plans as work continues
New Aldi in Bracknell submits sign plans as work continues: New drone images show work is continuing to transform Bracknell's former Homebase store into two ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26658370.new-aldi-bracknell-submits-sign-plans-work-continues/
Plans to keep We Buy Any Car pod at Clitheroe Cricket Club
Plans to keep We Buy Any Car pod at Clitheroe Cricket Club: Plans have been submitted to retain a We Buy Any Car office pod at Clitheroe Cricket Club.
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/26444791.plans-keep-buy-car-pod-clitheroe-cricket-club/
Garden and DIY store with shops in Norfolk owed creditors more than £800m
Garden and DIY store with shops in Norfolk owed creditors more than £800m
edp24.co.uk/news/26188080.homebase-owed-creditors-800m-went/
Wickes to take over 'vacant' Homebase site in Saffron Walden
Wickes to take over 'vacant' Homebase site in Saffron Walden: Former DIY store shut last year after more than 30 years of business in the town
essexlive.news/news/essex-news/wicks-take-over-vacant-homebase-10971601
Aldi update on new Bracknell store opening in old Homebase
Aldi update on new Bracknell store opening in old Homebase: A major supermarket is doubling down on its £7m bid to create a jobs‑rich, budget supermarket hub for ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/26055971.aldi-enthusiastic-open-store-disused-homebase-site/
Lidl object to Aldi plans for Homebase in Bracknell
Lidl object to Aldi plans for Homebase in Bracknell: The German supermarket giants are clashing over a plan to divide the defunct Homebase store in Bracknell to ...
bracknellnews.co.uk/news/25729556.lidl-object-aldi-plans-homebase-bracknell/
Aldi allowed to convert Hove Homebase into supermarket
Aldi allowed to convert Hove Homebase into supermarket: Budget retailer Aldi has been granted planning permission to make changes to a former Homebase DIY store ...
theargus.co.uk/news/25216075.aldi-allowed-convert-hove-homebase-supermarket/
Pictures of grand opening of The Range in Clitheroe
Pictures of grand opening of The Range in Clitheroe: The Range has officially opened a new site in Clitheroe and its grand opening featured a ribbon-cutting ...
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/25173272.pictures-grand-opening-range-clitheroe/
The Range set to open at former Homebase unit in Clitheroe
The Range set to open at former Homebase unit in Clitheroe: The Range to open new format superstore at former Homebase unit in Clitheroe
lancashiretelegraph.co.uk/news/25150239.range-set-open-former-homebase-unit-clitheroe/
Abingdon: Customers miss Homebase following store closure
Abingdon: Customers miss Homebase following store closure: Customers in Abingdon say they will miss Homebase following the DIY store's closure at a retail park ...
oxfordmail.co.uk/news/24958460.abingdon-customers-miss-homebase-following-store-closure/
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/
Homebase collapses with 2,000 jobs at risk
Homebase collapses with 2,000 jobs at risk: Homebase enters administration, but The Range buys up to 70 stores and the brand.
bbc.com/news/articles/c624nzepd59o
Key FactsHomebase Faces Administration, 2,000 Jobs at Stake
Nov 14, 2024 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: bbc.com
  • Homebase has entered administration, putting 2,000 jobs at risk.

  • The owner of The Range is acquiring up to 70 stores, securing about 1,600 jobs.

  • However, 49 stores remain at risk as administrators seek potential buyers.

  • Homebase's challenges have been exacerbated by declining consumer confidence and persistent high inflation.
Full list of Homebase stores still at risk - with two in Lancashire
Full list of Homebase stores still at risk - with two in Lancashire: Two stores in Lancashire are at risk of closing
lancs.live/news/lancashire-news/full-list-homebase-stores-still-30368921
Store wars as supermarket giant to take over DIY shop in area with 4 ...
Store wars as supermarket giant to take over DIY shop in area with 4 competitors: Sainsbury's is set to move into the current Homebase at the corner of ...
birminghammail.co.uk/news/midlands-news/store-wars-sutton-coldfield-sainsburys-29870474
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.
Revealed: Why does Aberdeenshire DIY store have bilingual signs?
Revealed: Why does Aberdeenshire DIY store have bilingual signs?: Aberdeenshire is not renowned as a Gaelic speaking heartland - or Gàidhealtachd - however ...
pressandjournal.co.uk/fp/news/aberdeen-aberdeenshire/6427420/homebase-inverurie-gaelic-signs/
DIY shop May 2024 bank holiday opening times including B&Q & B&M
DIY shop May 2024 bank holiday opening times including B&Q & B&M: Homewares and DIY stores are likely to be in demand this bank holiday weekend - but when are ...
examinerlive.co.uk/whats-on/shopping/diy-store-bank-holiday-2024-29102029