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British Heart Foundation to Shut 150 Shops, 90 by 2025.

6/5/2026

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The British Heart Foundation will close about 150 charity shops in the UK, with 90 shutting by March 2025 and the rest by March 2028.
CEO Dr Charmaine Griffiths said the retail division faces a challenging trading environment because of rising costs and changing consumer habits, prompting cuts to central teams, though staff numbers were not disclosed.
The closures will affect volunteers and community hubs that rely on BHF shops for local engagement.

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The British Heart Foundation will close about 150 charity shops in the UK, with 90 shutting by March 2025 and the rest by March 2028.
CEO Dr Charmaine Griffiths said the retail division faces a challenging trading environment because of rising costs and changing consumer habits, prompting cuts to central teams, though staff numbers were not disclosed.
The closures will affect volunteers and community hubs that rely on BHF shops for local engagement.