Home Bargains announces all UK stores will be closed on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day

The popular discount chain has made the move to allow staff to enjoy the festive season with their family.
Vanessa Sims
By Vanessa Sims
Published 19th Sep 2023, 13:38 BST
Updated 19th Sep 2023, 13:44 BST
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Discount retailer Home Bargains has received praise after announcing its stores will close for three days over the Christmas period.

All branches will close on Christmas Day (December 25), Boxing Day (December 26), and New Year's Day (January 1) to allow staff to enjoy the festivities with their loved ones.

A first look inside the new Home Bargains store on Queen's Shopping Park, Preston. Photo: Kelvin StuttardA first look inside the new Home Bargains store on Queen's Shopping Park, Preston. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
A first look inside the new Home Bargains store on Queen's Shopping Park, Preston. Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
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It is thought Home Bargains will also close stores early on Christmas Eve (December 24), as in previous years.

In a statement posted to Instagram, the retailer said: "CHRISTMAS ANNOUNCEMENT. All of our stores will be closing for Boxing Day & New Years Day.

"We would like to thank all our staff for how hard you have worked this past year, and want you to relax and enjoy the Christmas break with your loved ones. Love from team HB".

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