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Aldi confirms all stores will close for 24 hours to give staff 'chance to rest'

Aldi announced all stores will close for 24 hours on Boxing Day and New Year's Day later this year, giving staff extended time off. Shops will reopen the following day on December 27 and January 2, 2027.
Communications Director Rachel Geary said the decision provides staff a "chance to rest" during the busy festive season. She explained closing stores is a way of thanking employees for their hard work around Christmas.
Aldi remains the only major supermarket offering paid breaks worth around £1,500 annually to store colleagues. This benefit supplements hourly pay rates for Aldi Store Assistants, strengthening the company's employee value proposition.
Consumer group Which named Aldi the Cheapest Supermarket in August, with shoppers saving up to £30.09 versus Tesco and £26.19 versus Sainsbury's. Julie Ashfield, chief commercial officer at Aldi UK, said the achievement reflects "continued commitment to offering dependable value."
Customers should check the Aldi Store Finder for local opening hours in the days before Christmas, as many locations will extend operating times. This accommodation helps shoppers prepare for the festive period during peak demand.

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