Wilko collapses into administration
Wilko has fallen into administration after failing to secure a rescue deal, but stores will remain open while a buyer is urgently pursued.
The embattled retailer has appointed PwC as administrator following a week of talks of collapse and potential rescue deals. Around 12,000 jobs are at risk as well as the closure of 400 stores.
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