A long-serving Hamilton butchers has reassured customers it will re-open following its sudden closure.
G Buchanan & Sons in Burnbank precinct shut suddenly last month, leaving their hundreds of loyal customers perplexed and confused as to the reason behind the closure.
The business was subject to several rumours, with some claiming it had gone bust and would not be re-opening.
Now the Buchanan family has announced a restructuring of the business following the "difficult" decision to liquidate it recently, and insists its much-loved Burnbank shop will re-open in the coming weeks.
In a statement provided to Lanarkshire Live the family said: "To all our loyal customers, as you are likely all aware by now there have been a number of rumours about Buchanans. As a family we would like to put these rumours to bed and reassure you of our commitment to you all.
"Our family business has been in operation for over 130 years and will continue to do so with the Buchanan family firmly at the helm as always.
"During the Covid crisis, the Low Waters Road store served the community at their own risk, unfortunately like many other businesses, Burnbank was forced to close for a period. This had a devastating impact and the continued pressures of today’s climate meant that we had to make the difficult decision to liquidate and restructure the business."
The family have now partnered with a fellow Lanarkshire entrepreneur and are looking forward to the future with their Burnbank premises re-opening and the continued success of their Hillhouse shop.
The Buchanan's added: "After some discussion our personal friend and fellow businessman, Mr Amir has agreed to come on board as a partner and together with the Buchanan family we have an exciting strategy put in place for the future growth of the company.
"We are looking forward to welcoming you all back into our stores to serve you the same top quality, locally sourced meat Lanarkshire has to offer! Thank you for your patience and support, we will see you soon."
Since 1890 G Buchanan & Sons have been one of the leading butchers in Hamilton, continuing to stand by their founding principles of providing the finest quality beef, pork and lamb, traditionally matured and butchered, at a price that any family can enjoy.
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