Primark, which has already opened shops in other countries as coronavirus lockdowns have been lifted, said that performance in those branches has been “reassuring and encouraging”, although they are still down like for like.

At present, Primark is trading in 112 branches, which account for 34% of selling space. Parent ABF reported: “Primark is now working to reopen all its stores in England on June 15, following the recent announcement by the UK government.