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# retail woes

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Almost 500 jobs to go as Carphone Warehouse set to close all Irish stores

All 80 stores will close their doors with immediate effect, the company said in a statement.

69 standalone and 12 in-store outlets to shut

Company says employees will be 'fully supported' following announcement

Tánaiste describes news as a 'huge blow'

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Apr 21st 2021, 11:58 AM