Ikea Tottenham

Ikea has announced plans to close its Tottenham store in north London, affecting 450 workers at the site.

"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. "This, combined with the redevelopment of the area where the store is located, prompted the retailer to assess the long-term viability of the site." Peter Jelkeby, Ikea’s UK and Ireland boss, said: "Taking care of our co-workers is our highest priority and we will lead with respect and compassion throughout the process.

The company said it was responding to more customers shopping online, while focusing on opening its new flagship Oxford Street store next year.

“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.” As part of the company’s new strategy in the capital, Ikea opened a new, smaller format store in Hammersmith, West London, in February this year. This, combined with the redevelopment of the area where the Tottenham store is located, prompted the retailer to assess the long-term viability of the site, it said in its statement.

Retailer says it is adapting to 'changing shopping behaviours' and will do its best to protect jobs.

Peter Jelkeby, the retail manager for Ikea’s UK and Irish business, 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.” It has also tested, and closed, smaller high street outlets, including on Tottenham Court Road in central London.

The decision comes as part of an overhaul of its London stores and follows the opening of its first mini shop in Hammersmith last month - around a quarter ...

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Ikea said the decision to shut the North London store comes as part of a wider overhaul of its London branches.

They will also be able to explore the whole range, for delivery to a convenient collection point or directly to their home." The store focuses on home accessories and soft furnishings, while larger home furniture pieces are also on display and can be ordered for home delivery or delivery to nearby collection points. The well-known Market Hall has been changed out for a system whereby products are located next to the room sets they represent.