Disappointing announcement for Laois IKEA fans

IKEA has confirmed it will not be opening an outlet in Portlaoise as previously hoped. 

The Swedish furniture and homeware supplier said Portlaoise had been a “notable contender” for another Leinster IKEA Plan & Order point. 

"Earlier this year, IKEA announced that it was considering leasing a commercial space to establish a new Plan & Order Point in the vibrant Leinster region.

Among the prospects under consideration, Portlaoise emerged as a notable contender. We have conducted a thorough evaluation of the retail venues available in Portlaoise, and our assessment has unfortunately not found any suitable commercial rental options. Hence, we’ve broadened our search to nearby regions,” an IKEA spokesperson said.  

IKEA says the expansion is part of IKEA’s ongoing transformation to explore new and innovative ways to enhance the customer experience.

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IKEA has opened four Plan & Order Points across Ireland in the past 12 months. The nearest to Laois is located in Naas, Co Kildare. There are also Plan & Order Points in Dublin’s Stephen's Green, in Drogheda and Cork.