SHOPPERS have been left "devastated" after a popular shopping centre store has announced it is set to close its doors for good. Having served the community for 16 years, residents have expressed concerns over their local area becoming a "ghost town" . 2 Fareham shopping centre is set to lose one of its stores which as served locals for more than a decade Credit: Alamy Located in Fareham Shopping Centre, Portsmouth, the owner of The Canvas Printing Company has revealed the reasons behind the closure.
As online shopping has risen, footfall has declined meaning that staff costs and business rates cannot be managed. The owner of the store took to social media to thanks all current and former patrons. Nick Stockdale said: "We want to thank each and every one of you for your support, loyalty, and the countless smiles you’ve brought to our shop over the years.
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