Almost 200 jobs have been put at risk of redundancy after JD Sports confirmed plans to close one of its major distribution centres. The Greater Manchester-headquartered group, which is listed on the London Stock Exchange,

Just under 200 jobs will be lost after JD Sports decided to close its distribution centre in Derby. The BBC understands staff based at Derby Commercial Park, off Raynesway, were told they were being let go on Friday following a six-week consultation period.

JD Sports has made the decision to close its distribution centre in Derby, meaning almost 200 jobs could be lost, according to reports first revealed by the BBC.The outlet said staff at Derby Commercial Park were informed of the decision on Friday (6 September) following a six-week consultation period.

JD Sports has confirmed that the decision affects just under 200 warehouseworkers. It added that the group “continues to work to see if there are alternative roles available within the business”. The move follows a strategic review of its global supply chain network,