Poundland reveals plans to close stores ‘to give staff break’

Poundland staff will also receive a £25 voucher to spend in their local branch, of which there are over 800 in the UK including three in Swindon alone.

It has also confirmed that all branches will be closed on December 25 and 26, as well as New Year’s Day.

Simon Wells, people director at Poundland, said: “We have brilliant colleagues here at Poundland & Dealz who work incredibly hard throughout the year, bringing our brands to life every day and supporting our customers.

“But we know they all particularly shine at Christmas, bringing the magic to our stores that our customers know and love.

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“We’re delighted to be able to support them with a well-earned rest once the festive season is over.”

It follows Poundland’s recruitment drive for over 1,000 new seasonal workers to fill temporary roles in its stores across the UK and Ireland.

There are seven Poundland shops across the county, with branches in Chippenham, Swindon, Salisbury and Devizes.

Since opening its first store in Burton-upon-Trent in 1990, Poundland has built a network of over 800 stores in the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

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