Switch to an accessible version of this website which is easier to read. (requires cookies)

Folkestone Marks and Spencer to close

April 3, 2006 9:51 PM

Marks & Spencer carrier bagFolkestone Marks & Spencer is to close because the company says the branch is not commercially viable. A period of consultation is under way before the staff in the Folkestone store are offered other local jobs.

Local shopper Season Prater said:

"The loss of Marks and Spencer is a real loss to Folkestone. The new shopping centre development will hopefully bring new brands, new shoppers and new life to the town - it's a shame M&S couldn't be part of it."

The head of Marks & Spencer's south division, Anthony Hemmerdinger, said:

"I would like to thank the team for their commitment and excellent service. We have looked at every option to keep the store open."

What would you like to do next?

  • Subscribe for updates

    Read updates from this website in your desktop or online news reader

    • On a news reader website

      •  
      •  
      •  

      In a desktop news reader or a website not listed above

      •  
    • Example monthly digest email
      •  
      •  
      •  
    • If you submit your email address, the Liberal Democrats and their elected representatives may use the information you have provided to contact you from time to time about issues we think you may find of interest. Some of the contacts may be automated. You can opt out of some or all contacts at any time by contacting us.


    • Generate different image

    Join our email list

    • If you submit your email address, the Liberal Democrats and their elected representatives may use the information you have provided to contact you from time to time about issues we think you may find of interest. Some of the contacts may be automated. You can opt out of some or all contacts at any time by contacting us.


    • Generate different image
  • Share this page

    Share this page on another website

    Link to this page

    On websites and printed material:
    shepwaylibdems.org.uk/en/article/2006/029550/folkestone-marks-and-spencer-to-close
    In text messages, Twitter, or reading over the phone:
    shep.lib.dm/a01fw

    Email this page to a friend


    • Generate different image
  • Help out or donate

    Help out in your local area

      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
      •  
    • If you submit your email address, the Liberal Democrats and their elected representatives may use the information you have provided to contact you from time to time about issues we think you may find of interest. Some of the contacts may be automated. You can opt out of some or all contacts at any time by contacting us.


    • Generate different image
  • Tell us what you think

    Send us your views

    • If you choose to join our email list, the Liberal Democrats and their elected representatives may use the information you have provided to contact you from time to time about issues we think you may find of interest. Some of the contacts may be automated. You can opt out of some or all contacts at any time by contacting us. You do not need to join our email list to complete this form.


    • Generate different image