Debenhams is set to axe up to 50 high street shops putting 4,000 jobs at risk.
The news comes after the struggling department store chain swung to near £500 million in loses.
The group said the closures will take place over a three to five-year period and the announcement comes alongside a dire set of financial figures.
Debenhams swung to a £491.5 million loss in the year to September 1, the biggest in its history.
It was stung by exceptional write-downs of £512.4 million, primarily relating to store and lease provisions, IT costs and impairment charges.
The loss compares with a £59 million profit in 2017.
Boss Sergio Bucher said: "It has been a tough year for retail in 2018 and our performance reflects that. We are taking decisive steps to strengthen Debenhams in a market that remains volatile and challenging.
"We are taking tough decisions on stores where financial performance is likely to deteriorate over time."
Here is a list of the stores near you that could be closed.
The Glades - Bromley
Nugent Centre - Orpington
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