Future of BonmarchéLisburn is secured

Bonmarché was part of the Peacocks Group, which went into administration last month.

Sun European Partners announced it will continue to run 230 stores but will close about 160.

The company already has significant retail experience with a large portfolio of companies including the Irisa group, Jacques Vert, American Golf, SCS sofas, Lee Cooper, Scotch and Soda.

Laura Hart, Store Manager at Bonmarché Lisburn, said: “Staff are thrilled with the news that we are remaining open. We would like to extend a special thanks to all of our customers for their support and messages of encouragement over the last few weeks.”