Morrisons to Close 52 Cafes and 17 Stores

Morrisons is set to close 52 in-store cafés and 17 convenience stores across the UK, as well as several florists, meat and fish counters, and pharmacies. These closures will put 365 jobs at risk; however, many affected employees may be transitioned to other roles. Mr. Baitieh noted that these changes are essential for renewing and revitalizing Morrisons for future growth. The decision comes as the company identified operational costs that are significantly misaligned with customer value, necessitating these closures in the coming months.