Discount store TK Maxx has temporarily closed all of its shops across Europe.

It has several branches in Oxfordshire with two in Oxford at the Clarendon Centre and Templars Shopping Park in Cowley. 

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Louise Greenlees, president of TJX Europe said: "Our hearts are with people around the world who have been affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. We want to let you know that our stores across Europe are closed for now.

"We are sorry for any inconvenience but our priority is the wellbeing of our associates, their families, and of course you, our lovely customers."

The store joins many other retailers, including John Lewis, in shutting due to the coronavirus.