Following news that over 4,500 jobs are at risk at major high street DVD and CD chain HMV, Retail Trust, the only charity that looks after the needs of all 3 million people working in retail, has pledged its support to all staff affected by the company’s administration.
Staff at HMV’s 239 stores are today (15 November) awaiting further updates, with many now facing an uncertain future. HMV is the latest major high street name to suffer financial difficulty, and the news comes less than a week after camera chain Jessops shut all of its 187 stores, resulting in the loss of 1,370 jobs.
The Retail Trust Helpline saw a significant increase in calls following news of Jessops’ demise, and even larger surges in demand for its services are expected in the coming days.
The Retail Trust Helpline provides free, confidential and independent advice and support for all staff affected by such developments. Any retail staff wishing to contact the Helpline can do so by calling 0808 801 0808 (Outside UK number +44 845 766 0113), emailing helpline@retailtrust.org.uk or texting HELPLINE to 88010.
The Helpline also provides access to Retail Trust's ReWork programme, which provides a range of free services to help retail staff find their next job, including workshops and career coaching
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