Retail has lost 360,000 jobs in the last decade

Worker checking stock in fashion store

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The retail industry has lost more than 360,000 jobs over the last 10 years, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics, sparking fresh concerns over the sector’s long-term staffing prospects.

Full-time retail staff positions have dropped by 117,000 since 2015, with part-time roles falling by 246,000 over the same period.

 

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