B&Q is to close eight of its sites in Asda stores - including one in the North East.
The DIY firm says the closures will start from March 11 and around 57 staff will be affected. The staff impacted by the decision to close the "mini-markets" are to be offered alternative roles in nearby stores, so no jobs will be lost as a result.
B&Q said the decision was made after an "intensive review" of the test format. The company's strategy director Chris Bargate said it will now focus on their smaller high street stores, B&Q locals, with a plan to expand further, reports The Mirror.
