The retailer is closing all of its supermarkets in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on Easter Sunday, whilst Sainsbury’s Locals and all stores in Scotland will remain open.
The retailer is closing all of its supermarkets in England, Wales and Northern Ireland on Easter SundayAlamy
And larger supermarkets in England and Wales have no choice in the matter, as they are required by law to close on Easter Sunday and Christmas Day.
Government laws also affect supermarket opening times on Sundays, with larger supermarkets only allowed to open for six consecutive hours, between 10am and 6pm.
Easter Sunday falls on April 20 this year, so you still have lots of time to stock up before the big day.
A spokesperson for Sainsbury’s said: “The vast majority of our supermarkets will be open from 7am until 10pm on Good Friday and Easter Saturday.
“On Easter Sunday, all of our supermarkets will be closed in the UK, apart from in Scotland where stores will open in line with Sunday trading hours.
“On Easter bank holiday Monday, the vast majority of our supermarkets will be open between 8am and 8pm.
“Opening hours can vary though, so we advise customers to check our store locator for the latest details for their area: stores.sainsburys.co.uk/.”
Why do retailers close on Easter Sunday?
A legal mandate in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland dictates that all store locations over 280 square metres are required to close on Easter Sunday.
The Sunday Trading Act 1994 restricts the opening hours of larger stores on Sundays.
Smaller shops, under 280 square metres, are not subject to this law but many still choose to close to give their staff a break.
These rules also apply to locations on Christmas Day.
Scotland does not have specific restrictions on operating hours for these days
Other Supermarkets Closing Over Easter
All large stores in England and Wales will be closed on April 20, whilst stores in Scotland will operate normal trading hours.
As with the other supermarkets. its Express stores will remain open, and all stores in Scotland will operate with Sunday trading hours.
Bargain hunters in Scotland will be pleased to know that stores will remain open as usual.
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