A MAJOR retailer has confirmed plans to close its Rivergate Shopping Centre store.
The Poundland shop within the popular Irvine mall will be shut from August 31.
The premises is one of 68 locations which will be closed by the business amid its restructuring and recovery plans.
The process commenced in June as the company looks to get "back on track" after a period of uncertainty.
Poundland was sold by former owners Pepco for £1 earlier this year, with the brand auctioned off after sales slumped over the past year.
It was purchased by US investment firm Gordon Brothers, with restructuring taking place to ensure a long-term future for the business.
Those working within the Irvine branch were informed that the store would be closing in June.
Poundland retail director Darren MacDonald says a process will be undertaken to keep job losses to a minimum.
He said: “When a store nearby closes, we understand how disappointing that is for customers, but nevertheless look forward to welcoming them to another Poundland store in the future.
“Work is underway with colleagues through a formal consultation process in stores scheduled to close, exploring any suitable alternative roles.”
Other Ayrshire Poundland stores - in Ayr, Prestwick and two in Kilmarnock - have not yet been earmarked for closure, though their long-term future is still to be confirmed.
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