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Aldi confirms all stores will close for 24 hours to give staff 'chance to rest'
Aldi said the closures will give store workers more time to rest and spend Christmas with family, as shops reopen the following day.
- Aldi announced all stores will close for 24 hours on Boxing Day and New Year's Day later this year, giving staff extended time with family and friends. Shops will reopen the following day.
- Communications Director Rachel Geary said the decision provides staff a "chance to rest" after Christmas, one of the busiest periods for retail teams. Closing stores thanks employees for their hard work.
- Aldi remains the only major supermarket offering paid breaks, worth around £1,500 annually to the average store colleague, supplementing hourly wages for Aldi Store Assistants. This benefit underscores the company's staff-first approach.
- Consumer group Which named Aldi the Cheapest Supermarket for August, with shoppers saving up to £30.09 versus Tesco and £26.19 versus Sainsbury. Chief Commercial Officer Julie Ashfield noted this reflects commitment to value.
- Customers should check the Aldi Store Finder for local opening hours in the days before Christmas, as many locations will extend operating times to help shoppers complete festive purchases.
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