Browns department store in Davygate, York. Picture: Google Maps
BROWNS department stores, including the one in York city centre, are temporarily closing in response to Government advice on coronavirus.
The company took to Twitter yesterday evening to announce that its stores are closing for the time being from 4pm today (Monday).
It said: "This is in response to Government advice to help stop the spread of coronavirus.
"To all our customers and staff we hope you all stay safe and healthy.
"We wish you families well in these difficult times."
Browns has a store in York's Davygate, and others in Beverley, Helmsley and Gainsborough.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereLast Updated:
Report this comment Cancel