What will Debenhams plan mean for Ireland?

New chief targets 'social shoppers' but leaves international details for later

New Debenhams chief unveils strategy. Pic: RollingNews.ie
Debenhams unveils plan to return to growth. Pic: Getty

British department store chain Debenhams has unveiled a new strategy which could involve the closure of a number of stores in Britain and an exit from some of its international businesses.

The review, ordered by new chief executive Sergio Bucher, is aimed at improving Debenhams’ digital offering – particularly mobile - and making its stores more attractive to shoppers to take advantage of a trend towards ...