The Future of UK high streets: What's in store after Debenhams closure
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All 124 Debenhams stores shut in 2021, while many are revamping into mixed-use spaces, a high percentage still remain empty. UK high streets have undergone significant transformation over recent years, with many retailers closing their doors or empty buildings in their wake. One of the most notable examples is the Debenhams closure, having gone from
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