Waitrose reportedly looking at store closures and job cuts

Supermarket Waitrose is reportedly looking to close six stores and remove a level of management, as part of a business shake-up. According to reports, the grocery company is consulting with staff at six stores – in Hertford, Staines, Leek, Huntingdon, Cardiff Queen Street and Palmers Green in north London – regarding the possibility of closures.

The company is also reportedly looking to remove the role of department manager in its 350 stores, affecting 180 jobs.