16/04/2015

East Belfast Electrical Firm Ceases Trading

An east Belfast electrical firm has ceased trading.

S&R Electrics, better known as 'Sam's Yer Man' has also closed its outlet in Newtownards.

20 staff at the family-run firm have been made redundant.

A spokesperson for the company confirmed it will be in contact with customers who have ordered and paid deposits for goods.

(CD/JP)

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