IKEA is to close its Tottenham store in London’s Edmonton as part of a transformation plan for the capital.
The retailer will be entering a consultation period with the 450 workers affected by the proposal, although it said it is committed to retaining as many as possible. The business will create over 600 vacancies in London before the proposed store closure, which will be offered to the Tottenham employees as a priority.
Peter Jelkeby, Country Retail Manager and Chief Sustainability Officer at IKEA UK & Ireland, said: “Taking care of our co-workers is our highest priority and we will lead with respect and compassion throughout the process. The decision to propose closing the Tottenham store has not been taken lightly but we believe it is the right thing to do for our customers and business as we strengthen our position for the future. We will do everything we can to support the co-workers affected and our hope is that as many as possible will continue their career journey with us.”
