The Retail Reckoning: Morrisons' 100 Store Closures a Symptom of Broader Industry Struggles Morrisons' announcement that it will close 100 stores in the coming months is a stark reminder that even the UK's largest supermarket chains are not immune to industry pressures.
This decision reflects a perfect storm of government policy choices, economic headwinds, and changing consumer habits.
The company cited "significant cost increases resulting from government policy choices" as one factor contributing to its struggling stores.