This is what people are saying about the closure of Millie's Cookies in Wigan

Wiganers have been reacting to the closure of a popular store at the Grand Arcade shopping centre.
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Millie’s Cookies shut up shop earlier this month, following the lead of a host of big-name retailers to depart Wigan town centre.

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Blow for Wigan town centre as Millie's Cookies shuts up shop

Customers took to Wigan Today’s Facebook page to express their views on the closure.

The empty Millie's Cookies kioskThe empty Millie's Cookies kiosk
The empty Millie's Cookies kiosk
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Diane Thompson sympathised with staff and said: “I hear everyone’s opinions. It’s the staff I feel for probably losing their jobs through no fault of their own.”

Jessica Carla tagged a friend and added: “We need to find somewhere else to shop!”

Michael Turner also tagged a friend and said: “No birthday cookie this year then!” – referring to a popular item sold at the stall.

Emily Millicent said: “I loved it there back in the day!”

Many commenters referred to changes in the town centre, after a number of firms shut up shop.

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Neil Farnworth said “No shopping left in Wigan every shop is leaving or has left.”

Matthew Brown said: “Used to go into town twice a week. Only go once a week now nothing much to go in for.”

Sarah Thompson added: “No shops worth going for anymore.. Such a shame compared to what it used to be like!”

Damian Pemberton outlined why he believes the high street is suffering, saying: “Local or small businesses can't compete with the way most of us have to live. Online shopping to fit around work and childcare.”

Michael Higham said: “Wigan isn’t the only town suffering this in the north west or the country.”

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