Published: November 23 2023
Penny Hungary has announced that all 230 of their stores in Hungary will be closed on 24 December. This decision follows the lead of Lidl and Rossmann, who have also decided to close their stores on Christmas Eve to allow employees to spend time with their loved ones.
Extended Hours and Increased Workload
In the days leading up to 24 December, Penny employees will face an increased workload as the stores will remain open for extended hours to accommodate customer needs. This decision aims to ensure that customers are adequately served before the holiday.
Consideration for Employees and Customers
Penny Hungary carefully considered the interests of both their employees and customers when making the decision to close their stores on 24 December. The Union of Trade Employees (KASZ) provided guidance in aligning with Hungarian traditions of families gathering on Christmas Eve. Penny emphasized that this decision allows their employees to spend the preparation period with their loved ones. Additionally, extended opening hours will be offered in the days leading up to Christmas to accommodate customer needs.
Planning Ahead for the Holidays
Penny encourages customers to plan ahead and suggests purchasing durable food weeks before the holiday. On 22 and 23 December, all stores will be open until 10 p.m. Normal business hours will resume from 27 December onwards.
Previous Closure on Christmas Eve
This isn't the first time Penny Hungary has decided to close their stores on 24 December. In 2016, they made a similar decision when Christmas Eve fell on a Sunday.
Questions & Answers
Will Penny stores be open on 24 December in Hungary? No, all 230 Penny stores in Hungary will be closed on 24 December this year.
Why are Penny stores closed on 24 December? Penny Hungary made the decision to close their stores on 24 December to allow their employees to spend three consecutive days with their loved ones from 24 to 26 December.
When did Penny stores last close on 24 December? Penny made a similar decision not to open on Christmas Eve in 2016, which also fell on a Sunday that year.
What are the extended opening hours leading up to 24 December? In the days leading up to 24 December, the stores will remain open for extended hours to cater to customers' needs adequately.