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River Island Starts 35-Store Closures as Omagh Branch Shuts Today Under Court-Approved Plan

The retailer is implementing a court-approved restructuring after heavy losses.

Overview

  • The Omagh store in Northern Ireland closes today, September 22, with a clearance sale offering items priced at £10 and under.
  • River Island has published a list of 35 UK sites set to close, with the programme running through early 2026 and including Wandsworth and Hereford.
  • A High Court ruling last month approved the restructuring, enabling the chain to proceed with the estate cuts.
  • The plan also seeks rent reductions across 71 stores to help lower fixed costs.
  • Omagh staff said the closure followed a failed attempt to agree new lease terms with the landlord.