The EIGHT high street chains closing shops in January with 11 locations set to shut for good

EIGHT major retailers are set to close stores in January as businesses continue to abandon the high street.

Last year was difficult for many of Britain’s biggest brands, who were forced to pull the shutters down on several shops for the last time.

Reduced footfall and lower takings have put pressure on businesses, forcing them into administration or to cut costs by closing shops.

Around 13,479 high street stores shut for good last year...