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Hundreds of jobs in doubt as Sainsbury's Stone warehouse to close

Sainsbury's is to close a warehouse in Stone potentially putting around 275 jobs at risk.

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The supermarket giant is planning to move its depot at Opal Way to a new facility in Northampton.

It is not yet clear what will happen to the HGV drivers and warehouse workers affected but a consultation has been launched.

It is thought the site, which is owned by XPO Logistics, could close by early 2019.

The American-owned firm stated it was looking for a solution for the site and any workers who will be left without jobs.

Sainsbury's spokeswoman Shannon Leahy said: "The move is vital to the success of our distribution network, and will enable us to deliver great quality products, as well as great value to our customers."

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