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Press Association Business Staff. (2026, October 29). Thousands of jobs at risk with Poundland on brink of administration. Evening Standard. https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/poundland-barry-williams-poundstretcher-alixpartners-b1302787.html
Press Association Business Staff. “Thousands of jobs at risk with Poundland on brink of administration.” Evening Standard, 29 Oct. 2026, https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/poundland-barry-williams-poundstretcher-alixpartners-b1302787.html.
Press Association Business Staff. “Thousands of jobs at risk with Poundland on brink of administration.” Evening Standard, October 29, 2026. https://www.standard.co.uk/business/business-news/poundland-barry-williams-poundstretcher-alixpartners-b1302787.html.
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As of October 29, 2026, Poundland is on the brink of entering administration after its owner Gordon Brothers rejected a takeover offer from Martin Property Group, putting up to 12,000 jobs at risk across the UK and Ireland. Gordon Brothers filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators, which will provide the struggling retailer with 10 days' breathing space while a potential rescue deal is sought. The company bought Poundland for £1 last year from Pepco, but it now seeks to recoup a £30m shareholder loan inherited from previous owners. Despite interest from Martin Property Group, Gordon Brothers believes it can raise more money by breaking up the chain than through a full sale, leading to the rejection of the bid.
