'My life is over!' Fast food fans are sobbing as the major restaurant closes the location
FAST food fanatics are 'gutted' and alarmed after a major restaurant closed its premises.
Customers feared the worst when they saw their beloved branch closed, but the restaurant has warned them not to panic.
Nando's on Marine Parade, Southport, has released a statement in an attempt to reassure disgruntled locals.
Customers flocked to social media to share their concerns.
One person loved a 'cheeky Nando's' so much that after discovering the branch was closed, they drove an extra 25 minutes to chase down the meal.
The wrote: “I drove to the local shop in Southport and found it was closed for a re-Ferb so ended up driving to Aintree.
“A truly wonderful experience double chicken wrap with cheese extra hot spicy rice Peri Peri chips chicken wings extra hot ooooooooof always a pleasure never a chore.”
Another went elsewhere to get their chicken feast, writing, “We drove there and were gutted so we resorted to a hickory's.”
A third was equally disappointed, saying: “Delighted! I was meant to go there on Monday for my daughter's birthday x.”
A Nando's spokesperson said: “Our Southport restaurant is currently closed for construction. But don't worry, we'll be firing up the grills and welcoming customers in mid-February.
“The restaurant will continue the No Chuckin' Our Chicken food donation program with local charity Live To Learn.”
It comes as it has been revealed that a major fashion brand could close branches due to problems on the high street.
Superdry is said to be considering a “radical” restructuring, including job cuts, after reports of poor Christmas sales.
The designer chain is investigating the options for restructuring and has approached financial advisor PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC), said Sky News.
She is said to be considering entering into a company voluntary arrangement (CVA), a form of insolvency.
A CVA is a way for a company to restructure but still continue to trade, but usually also involves closing stores and reducing rental costs.
Part of the restructuring could include a “substantial” number of store closures and job losses.