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'Love local, shop local,' says high street retailer


By David G Scott

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After recent fears over its Wick and Thurso branches remaining open, a major fashion retailer is urging the residents of both towns to "love local" in support of the British high street.

The department store, which has had a presence in the towns for over 38 years, wants to encourage shoppers to support their local town centres and turn to traders closer to home before travelling further afield.

The one-stop-shops in Wick and Thurso are at the heart of the high street and offer womenswear, menswear, kidswear, teen and homeware.

A company press release states: "From on-trend leather jackets and loungewear to cosy bedspreads and the perfect gifts for newborns and kids, you don’t have to leave your local high street to find fashion for your entire family.

M&Co urges Wick and Thurso residents to shop local. Picture: DGS
M&Co urges Wick and Thurso residents to shop local. Picture: DGS

"If you prefer to shop online, the store offers a free Click and Collect service and free returns in-store."

Andy McGeoch, chief executive, said: “We pride ourselves on good customer service, and what sets us apart is the personalised service customers get in-store. We know our customers love knowing their sales advisor’s name and the staff equally enjoy building wonderful relationships with every customer.

“Covid-19 means many people don’t feel comfortable travelling on public transport or visiting busy city centres which is good news for shops in local town centres. We hope to encourage shoppers, who feel comfortable visiting stores, to do so in order to see the exciting new range we have for the autumn winter season.

“With Christmas just around the corner, our gifting, partywear and winter accessories will be arriving in-store soon offering family fashion right on your doorstep.

“Without the support from the local people in Wick and Thurso we wouldn’t be able to continue trading on the high street and appreciate every customer that has come through the doors during these difficult times.”

Shoppers can also take advantage of the M&Co loyalty programme in-store and online and earn points each time they shop. Additional benefits include birthday surprises, exclusive cardholder discounts and reward vouchers based on points.

Established in 1834 as Mackays, the Scottish family owned business now has 195 UK stores and employs over 2000 staff, throughout stores, the Glasgow based operations support centre and London buying office. In addition to this, M&Co trades in international stores and concessions across eight different territories.

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