M&S to Close City Centre Store in Wales
Marks & Spencer has confirmed it will close the Friars Walk Foodhall in Newport at the end of June 2026. Colleagues at the store were notified on April 7, 2026.
Reasons for the decision
The company said the store’s lease expired at the end of June. M&S also cited changing customer shopping habits. The closure forms part of a UK‑wide store rotation programme.
Staff support and customer service
M&S says it will support affected colleagues. Managers are exploring alternative roles at nearby stores where possible.
Customers will still be served by other local M&S branches and by the retailer’s online service. The company described staff welfare as a priority.
Local and regional context
The move reflects a wider review of city centre retail space. M&S is making changes to ensure it has the right stores and the right space.
The decision affects one of the chain’s prominent south Wales locations. It follows other recent announcements across the region.
Other recent store changes
In February, M&S confirmed the planned closure of its Swansea Oxford Street store. That Swansea site is expected to close later in 2026, with no exact date finalised.
- Store affected: M&S Foodhall, Friars Walk, Newport (Gwent).
- Notice given: 7 April 2026.
- Planned closure: end of June 2026, when the lease expires.
- Related action: part of a UK‑wide store rotation programme.
Filmogaz.com will continue to monitor developments and report any further updates on staff arrangements and exact closure dates.
