Debenhams closure: history of high street stalwart set to shut after 242 years
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Debenhams is set to close its doors for good after almost 250 years as a stalwart of the UK high street.
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End of an era for Debenhams as final shops set to close
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Debenhams: Looking back as doors to close for final time in 242
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End of an era for Debenhams as final shops set to close
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Debenhams is to shut its doors for final time as 243-year history
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Debenhams closures – when did UK stores are close and why? – The
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Debenhams leaves a huge hole': shoppers and staff react to store
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Debenhams closure: history of high street stalwart set to shut
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List of department stores of the United Kingdom - Wikipedia
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