Fears for jobs at Asda depot

Union anger as private equity owners look to outsource George distribution to Derby

- Sentinel Reporter

HUNDREDS of jobs in Newcastle have been put at risk under Asda's plans to outsource delivery for online orders of its George clothing brand.

The supermarket chain is looking to shift distribution for George.com to DHL from January 2027.

The move would mean work for the online clothing arm would switch from its depot in Lymedale, to DHL's site in Derby.

It would also affect depots in Brackmills, Northamptonshire, and Washington, Tyne and Wear, with 1,200 roles at risk across the three sites.

Asda said all staff impacted would be able to transfer to DHL under the proposals, adding its distribution sites would remain open and continue delivering to supermarkets for in-store George purchases.