Poundland files for administration, threatening 12,000 jobs

Updated 2026-10-30 · told from many outlets at once

Poundland runs about 600 stores across the UK and filed to appoint administrators. Gordon Brothers rejected a takeover offer.

• Poundland currently runs around 600 stores across the UK.
• Poundland filed to appoint administrators.
• Gordon Brothers rejected a takeover offer

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