Discount store Home Bargains has been praised after announcing it will be closing all of its branches for three days over the Christmas period.
The retailer will be closing all of its stores on Christmas Day, Boxing Day and New Year's Day to allow staff to enjoy the festivities with their loved ones. The store will also be closing at the earlier time of 5pm on Christmas Eve.
In a statement posted on Facebook, Home Bargains said: "All of our stores will be closing for Boxing Day and New Year's Day. We would like to thank all our staff for how hard you have worked this past year, and want you to relax and enjoy the Christmas break with your loved ones"
