BARROW'S Debenhams stores has closed due to an 'electrical issue'.

Work is being done at the Portland Walk department store to resolve the issue.

Barrow Business Improvement District said in a post on social media: "Due to an electrical issue, Debenhams is currently closed.

"No need to panic, Debenhams will be opening as soon as the issue has been resolved."

The store was reported as closed at around 10.30am.