Every shop closure in April 2026 after Claire’s shuts down 154 stores

April 2026 has seen a lot of shop, restaurant and bank closures (Credit: Getty)

Dozens of shops on the British high street are facing closures in April 2026, with Claire’s Accessories being the latest retail chain to join them.

Popular retail chains like GAME and The Original Factory Shop are shutting multiple branches, while other retailers like TG Jones are warning of closures.

It’s not just high street shops, however, as bank Santander has announced 13 branch closures while restaurant chain MEATLiquor has shut several stores across London.

Metro has ...