Serious concern has been raised over a number of imminent shop closures in Sligo.

Two stores at The Canopy are set to shut their doors shortly, as liquidators are appointed to the EuroGiant chain and fashion retailer Quiz has entered administration.

While closing down sale sale signs have also appeared on the windows of Simone's of Sligo, which has been part of the town fabric since 1984.

Local Cllr Arthur Gibbons says online shopping and high rents are major factors and hes urging people to support local businesses to keep the town alive:

Serious concern has been raised over a number of imminent shop closures in Sligo.
Two stores at The Canopy are set to shut their doors shortly, as liquidators are appointed to the EuroGiant chain and fashion retailer Quiz has entered administration.
While closing down sale sale signs have also appeared on the windows of Simone's of Sligo, which has been part of the town fabric since 1984.
Local Cllr Arthur Gibbons says online shopping and high rents are major factors and hes urging people to support local businesses to keep the town alive:

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