Morrisons: Closures
Commons · Question 4482 · Tabled 29 May 2026 · Department for Business and Trade · Official record
Answered 9 Jun 2026
Question
Asked by Kate Osborne
To ask the Secretary of State for Business and Trade, whether he has had discussions with Morrisons on its reported plans to close 100 Morrisons Daily stores, including the store on Edinburgh Road in Jarrow; and what assessment he has made of the potentia
Answer
Answered by Kate Dearden, 9 Jun 2026
While this is a commercial decision for Morrisons, we understand that this will be a concerning time for workers and their families. A broad range of support is available for those affected, including through Jobcentre Plus and the Rapid Response Service....