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  "path": "/opinion/2026/03/16/river-island/",
  "publishedAt": "2026-03-16T18:17:21.000Z",
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  "textContent": "In 2026, High Street chains are continuing to close due to a lack of consumer spending power and the move to online shopping. River Island plans to shut 32 of its stores this year. And there were 30% less High Street stores in 2024 then there were in 2014. But maybe that’s a good thing? […]\n\nBy James Wright",
  "title": "With River Island closing 32 stores, the high street continues to fall – maybe that’s a good thing?"
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