Debenhams’ closure ‘a blow to the workers’ says O’Dowd

The closure of Debenhams, which was an anchor tenant in Rushmere Shopping Centre, Craigavon, is a blow to the economy, says Sinn Féin.
By Carmel Robinson
Published 6th May 2021, 14:48 BST
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The retail outlet will shut for the final time on May 15 after the company confirmed closure dates.

Sinn Féin MLA John O’Dowd said the closure of Debenhams in Rushmere Craigavon is a blow to the workers and the local retail sector.

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The Upper Bann representative said: “I would like to extend my solidarity to those who face losing their jobs as a result of the closure of Debenhams.

Debenhams at Rushmere, Craigavon. Photo courtesy of GoogleDebenhams at Rushmere, Craigavon. Photo courtesy of Google
Debenhams at Rushmere, Craigavon. Photo courtesy of Google

“The problems facing Debenhams are not of the workers making but rather the failure of the company to keep pace with an ever changing retail market.

“Sinn Féin will continue to work with the requisite Departments to secure employment now and in the future, and to provide guidance and support for those without work.”

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Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 11th September 2019 - Picture Matt Mackey / Press Eye. Sinn Fein's annual 'Away Day' meeting will take place in the Carrickdale Hotel, Co. Louth on Wednesday 11th September. The meeting is attended by elected representatives from across the island and will address the issues of Brexit, Irish Unity, Sinn Fein's alternative budget and Dail priorities. John O'DowdPress Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 11th September 2019 - Picture Matt Mackey / Press Eye. Sinn Fein's annual 'Away Day' meeting will take place in the Carrickdale Hotel, Co. Louth on Wednesday 11th September. The meeting is attended by elected representatives from across the island and will address the issues of Brexit, Irish Unity, Sinn Fein's alternative budget and Dail priorities. John O'Dowd
Press Eye - Belfast - Northern Ireland - 11th September 2019 - Picture Matt Mackey / Press Eye. Sinn Fein's annual 'Away Day' meeting will take place in the Carrickdale Hotel, Co. Louth on Wednesday 11th September. The meeting is attended by elected representatives from across the island and will address the issues of Brexit, Irish Unity, Sinn Fein's alternative budget and Dail priorities. John O'Dowd

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