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Cancer Research UK Confirms 88 Shop Closures by May 2026

The charity says rising costs with shifting consumer behaviour have left many shops unsustainable.

Overview

  • A published list names the 88 locations set to shut, including nine sites in Scotland, with closures completed by May 2026.
  • A further c.100 closures are planned by May 2027 as the organisation reshapes its retail footprint after a comprehensive review.
  • Around 600 staff roles and up to 3,000 volunteer positions are affected, with redeployment and support promised.
  • The charity will close its online marketplace in early 2026, ending sales of donated items through reselling platforms.
  • The estate will be reduced to roughly 320 higher‑performing shops, with 12 larger superstores opening by 2028 and an expected £12.4m uplift over five years.