Tesco has confirmed that it has been forced to close stores in Thailand due to the floods in the country.

Retailers in Thailand have been hit by the floods that have spread across much of the country. 

A spokesperson for Tesco said its stores and distribution network had been affected. 

“Across our network of over 800 stores we have had to close a small number of stores,” a spokesperson said, although he added that the “majority” were still open.

Tesco is trying to set up temporary distribution hubs and is using alternative modes of transport such as planes and trains.

“This is a very difficult time for the millions of Thais affected by the floods and our thoughts are with them.  We recognise and take extremely seriously our role to provide people with the basics needed to eat and live,” the spokesperson added.

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Yesterday, Casino’s Thai arm Big C revealed the impact that the flood had had on its operations. It has closed one hypermarket and four smaller stores. The retailer has also revealed plans to close three distribution centres.