1,250 jobs to go as Boohoo Burnley distribution centre to close

Debenhams Group (formerly Boohoo Group) is to close the Boohoo distribution centre in Burnley, Lancashire, with potential loss of 1,250 jobs.

The closure, part of a wider efficiency drive, is planned for early next year with all operations due to transfer to its Sheffield, Yorkshire, distribution centre, according to BusinessLive. The site was previously the operational headquarters of the Boohoo brand.

Debenhams Group spokesperson said: “This is not a proposal we put forward lightly, but we believe it may be important for the long-term health of the business and for delivering our new strategy.

“Operations gradually transferring to Sheffield… could offer greater capacity and efficiencies.”

They added: “Consultation with Burnley colleagues has begun, and as part of this process, we will carefully consider feedback and explore opportunities for colleagues to remain with the business. We will not comment further while the consultation is ongoing.”

Burnley Council leader Afrasiab Anwar said the closure decision is “devastating for our town and for the hardworking employees and families who will be directly affected”.