UK chains shutting Manx stores
There's concern among Manx shoppers, in the wake of several UK brands announcing they're to close down Douglas branches.
Entertainment chain HMV will shut its doors next year.
It's also understood Mothercare is to close in December - meanwhile camping store Millets has plans to relocate from the Strand Shopping Centre.
Manx Radio has been gathering opinion in Strand Street:
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