ADMINISTRATORS of music and video retailer HMV have axed 190 jobs across the company’s head office and distribution network.
But they said there had been no redundancies at the firm’s retail chain, which includes a store employing 13 staff at Kingsgate in Huddersfield (above).
HMV’s 238 stores, employing more than 4,000 staff, remain open and continue to trade.
Nick Edwards, joint administrator, said: “Since our appointment as administrators over two weeks ago, we have been assessing the financial position of HMV.
“Following this review, a number of redundancies at the head office and distribution centres have been made.
“Although such decisions are always difficult, it is a necessary step in restructuring the business.”
Mr Edwards said: “We have been very pleased with the level of interest in the business as a going concern, whilst the response from customers has demonstrated the demand to see HMV remain on the high street.
“Equally, the support received from suppliers has been very positive and has enabled us to continue trading during the administration.
“As a result of all of these factors, I remain hopeful we will be able to secure a future for a restructured business.”
