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20/11/2015
Job Losses Following Xtra-vision Closures
Eighteen full-time and a number of part-time jobs are to be lost with the closure of of eight Xtra-vision stores across Northern Ireland.
The DVD and video rental chain has said that the "continued decline in rentals" has led to the store closures.
The chain was bought by Hilco Capital Ireland for an undisclosed sum in 2014.
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The DVD and video rental chain has said that the "continued decline in rentals" has led to the store closures.
The chain was bought by Hilco Capital Ireland for an undisclosed sum in 2014.
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After an exhaustive assessment of all issues from every angle, DOE Planning has given planning permission for a retail and residential development of the Athletic Stores site. The Environment Minister Alex Attwood has concluded this is, with regret, the better way to proceed.
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11 February 2005
Morrisons dismiss takeover speculation
Leading supermarket chain Morrisons has dismissed speculation that it is braced for a takeover. Reports on Friday morning suggested that US-owned chain, Asda, was believed to be on the verge of signing a deal to take over the 13 former Safeway stores in the province. However, a statement for Morrisons said the rumours were “incorrect”.
Morrisons dismiss takeover speculation
Leading supermarket chain Morrisons has dismissed speculation that it is braced for a takeover. Reports on Friday morning suggested that US-owned chain, Asda, was believed to be on the verge of signing a deal to take over the 13 former Safeway stores in the province. However, a statement for Morrisons said the rumours were “incorrect”.
28 April 2004
Two Dixons stores to close in Northern Ireland
Dixons have announced that they are to close two of their Northern Ireland stores. The stores in Bangor and Newry are to be closed, with the loss of 24 jobs in Bangor and eight jobs in Newry. However, Dixons, who also own Currys, PC World and The Link, are hoping to redeploy the staff to other stores.
Two Dixons stores to close in Northern Ireland
Dixons have announced that they are to close two of their Northern Ireland stores. The stores in Bangor and Newry are to be closed, with the loss of 24 jobs in Bangor and eight jobs in Newry. However, Dixons, who also own Currys, PC World and The Link, are hoping to redeploy the staff to other stores.
24 January 2002
Iceland launches search for new stores in Northern Ireland
As part of a major three-year expansion plan, supermarket giant Iceland has launched a property search to find eight new sites for outlets in Northern Ireland. The property search launched this week is part of a nationwide campaign to locate suitable sites for a planned company extension of 80 stores throughout the United Kingdom.
Iceland launches search for new stores in Northern Ireland
As part of a major three-year expansion plan, supermarket giant Iceland has launched a property search to find eight new sites for outlets in Northern Ireland. The property search launched this week is part of a nationwide campaign to locate suitable sites for a planned company extension of 80 stores throughout the United Kingdom.
27 January 2016
Xtra-Vision Ceases Trading
Rental chain Xtra-Vision is to close 11 stores in Northern Ireland, with the loss of around 60 jobs. The firm was placed into liquidation on Wednesday morning. In total, approximately 580 workers are expected to lose their jobs in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and a further 71 stores are to shut down in RoI.
Xtra-Vision Ceases Trading
Rental chain Xtra-Vision is to close 11 stores in Northern Ireland, with the loss of around 60 jobs. The firm was placed into liquidation on Wednesday morning. In total, approximately 580 workers are expected to lose their jobs in the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland, and a further 71 stores are to shut down in RoI.
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