Thousands of high-street jobs are under threat as Poundland edges closer to a rescue deal that could result in widespread store closures.
Thousands of high-street jobs are under threat as Poundland edges closer to a rescue deal that could result in widespread store closures.
Pepco Group, the Poland-based owner of Poundland, is exploring “all strategic options”, including a potential sale of the UK discount retailer, as it faces mounting challenges in the UK retail
The Business Select Committee has initiated its inquiry into the downfall of Wilko, which resulted in the termination of 12,500 jobs in early September.
Discount store B&M has confirmed the purchase of a selection of Wilko branches as the high street giant undergoes restructuring.
Wilko is set to initiate the first wave of what could be numerous layoffs today, even as prospects for a partial business rescue continue.