'I love thrifting but charity shops as we know them could soon cease to exist' View Image

A second-hand shopping specialist believes the "end of charity shops as we know it" is approaching, which she claims will force many pre-loved stores to "reinvent themselves" to stay competitive with current market demands. This month, Cancer Research UK revealed intentions to shut nearly 200 of its outlets over the coming 18 months whilst creating 12 out-of-town superstores by 2027 .

Meanwhile, Scope disclosed that additional charity shops will be closing permanently within the next fortnight across England and Wales, bringing the total closures to 58 this year alone. This development led self-described 'Vinted and charity shop treasure hunter' Lisa Brown to share her predictions about other

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