Dave Gill – Usdaw National Officer says: “Usdaw is the trade union for Selfridges’ staff and we welcome the initial indications from the new owners that they are looking to build on a successful business and ‘give all the stores a bright future’. We will be seeking to meet with them in the New Year to secure assurances for our members.
 
“The sale of a business is always a concerning time for the staff and our priorities are to ensure a smooth transition, secure jobs and work with the new owners to achieve their stated aim of creating ‘one of the world’s leading omni-channel luxury department store groups’. In the meantime we are providing our members with the support and advice they need.”
 
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Usdaw (Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers) is the UK's fifth biggest trade union with over 370,000 members. Most Usdaw members work in the retail sector, but the union also has many members in transport, distribution, food manufacturing, chemical industry and other trades.
 
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