Boohoo buyout hits Douglas high street
Nineteen jobs have been lost on Douglas high street after confirmation that Burton, Dorothy Perkins and Wallis have closed permanently today (9 Feb).
It's after online fashion company Boohoo bought the Arcadia Group brands out of administration, but the deal didn't include the physical stores.
Douglas Town Centre Manager Oliver Cheshire says it's a sad loss for the high street, but there is reason to be optimistic:
Peel bar impacted by bus strikes
Some bus drivers on the Isle of Man has resumed strike action over pay and contracts.
Care funding reform report delayed following ministerial change
Health minister says Council of Ministers will consider proposals before update to Tynwald in spring
Charity plans baby loss memorial garden at Noble's Hospital
Arlo’s Adventure is appealing for help from the Manx community to transform an unused courtyard
New rights for neonatal care leave and carer's leave on the way
Employment (Amendment) Bill 2025 completed its passage through Legislative Council