Primark has confirmed it will be closing one of its town centre stores.

The clothing retailer is set to shut its shop in The Orchards Shopping Centre in Dartford, in the new year - its first branch closure in over a decade.

An exact date has not been given, but it is expected to cease trading sometime after Christmas.

A spokesperson for Primark said the decision has been made due to the repair work the building requires.

Primark Director of Sales UK South and South East, Philippa Nibbs said: “Following careful consideration, we’re proposing to close our Dartford store in the new year.

“This proposal has been informed by the significant and extensive repair work the building requires.

“Given its close proximity to two other Primark stores, the level of investment it needs simply isn

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