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Motion · S6M-11204 · 9 Nov 2023

Aldi Set to Close Stores on Boxing Day

Lodged by David Torrance (Scottish National Party) Members' Business Motion 11 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Aldi on the supermarket chain's announcement that it will close all of its stores on Boxing Day 2023, in line with previous years, in order to recognise and thank its employees for all of their hard work; understands that the retailer has made the decision to shut its doors on Boxing Day as a thank you to all members of staff since the first UK Aldi supermarket opened more than 30 years ago; further understands that Aldi is recruiting for 3,000 store roles to bolster its team ahead of the festive period, to ease the burdens of current staff, as well as providing much-needed employment opportunities across the country, including in the Kirkcaldy constituency; commends the chain for recognising that Christmas is an important time for many of its staff, and that keeping its stores closed on Boxing Day will allow them to spend more time with family, and wishes Aldi and its staff all the very best for the future.

Supporters (11)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.