The Centre for Retail Research forecasts that 17,349 shops could close in 2025, resulting in approximately 201,953 retail job losses. Here's a list of all the major retailers that are closing stores in September 2025. Some major high street stores are closing locations this month (Image: Getty Images)
Popular high street stores s uch as Poundland, River Island and Marks & Spencer are gearing up to close stores across the UK this month. The Centre for Retail Research predicts that a staggering 17,349 shops could shut their doors in 2025, leading to an estimated 201,953 retail job losses.
The spike in energy bills , rising rents, and increased National Insurance contributions are largely to blame for the growing number of retailers facing hardship. An increase in online