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HUNDREDS of House of Fraser workers are set to lose their jobs as the firm shuts 31 of its 59 high street stores.
Shopworkers’ union Usdaw has called for talks with the firm — but says the company refuses to recognise the union.
Usdaw national officer Dave Gill branded the news “devastating.”
He said: “We are receiving calls from loyal and long-serving staff who are extremely worried, including those who work in brand concessions and are not directly employed by House of Fraser.
“Usdaw is providing the support and advice our members require at this very difficult time and we are urging the company to ensure all staff are treated with dignity and are fully consulted.”
He called for negotiations with House of Fraser bosses to examine its business case for the closures and to find ways of saving jobs.
• All 5,300 Poundworld staff risk losing their jobs, with reports suggesting yesterday that the firm is poised to announce its intention to appoint administrators.
