M&S and Asda confirm store closures for Queen’s funeral
The Queen's funeral will take place on Monday 19 September at Westminster Abbey and the day will be a Bank Holiday.
Marks & Spencer and Asda have become the latest retailers to confirm they will shut stores next Monday for the Queen’s funeral.It comes after a number of supermarkets and high street chains already confirmed closure plans for the day. “It is right that we make changes to our operational arrangements on the day of the funeral to ensure our colleagues across our stores and distribution network can participate, whilst supporting customer.s as they show their respects too.”
A spokesman said: “As a mark of respect for Her Majesty The Queen, all Asda stores will be closed on Monday September 19 until 5pm to allow our customers and colleagues to recognise the passing of our late monarch and commemorate her steadfast service to our nation.