Sainsbury’s confirms it will shut over 500 locations for 24 hours in just weeks – how to check your store’s timings

SAINSBURY’S has confirmed that it will be closing over 500 UK stores for 24 hours, in just a few weeks’ time.

The retailer is closing all of its supermarkets in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on Easter Sunday, whilst Sainsbury’s Locals and all stores in Scotland will remain open.

The retailer is closing all of its supermarkets in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on Easter SundayAlamy

It is extremely common for retailers to alter their opening hours during bank holiday weekends...