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The Latest Breaking News from Claire

Owner of WH Smith’s high street chain frontrunner to buy Claire’s UK business

Claire’s appointed administrators for its UK and Ireland business last month after filing for bankruptcy in the US.

The Independent UK

Hundreds of Claire’s stores to close after buyer found

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The Independent UK

Accessories retailer Claire’s finds a buyer but hundreds of stores still set to close

As part of the deal Claire’s has paused the liquidation process at a ‘significant number’ of stores

The Independent UK

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This Iconic Chain Store Is Closing Down. Which Retailer Could File for Bankruptcy Next?

Drugstore Rite Aid has filed for Chapter 11 again, and this time it’s selling off all its assets to the competition. But retail conditions remain challenging for all. Rite Aid might not be the only big chain store going out of business in 2025.

Barchart

With over 17,000 shops in the UK expected to close this year, city centres must move on from retail

British businesses are under such strain that around 50,000 are on the brink of collapse according to a recent report. Retail is an especially vulnerable sector, with predictions that over 17,300 shops will close this year, costing 200,000 jobs.

The Conversation

Share your memories of Claire’s Accessories

We’d like to hear your memories of the jewellery retailer as it prepares to appoint administrators in the UK and Ireland

The Guardian - UK

So long, Claire’s Accessories – but you deserved to fail

COMMENT: Much as it’s sad to see yet another high-street stalwart fall, the brand’s combination of cheap tat and overblown prices isn’t particularly worth mourning, argues Helen Coffey

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Claire's Accessories Filed For Bankruptcy Twice: Are Stores Closing Down For Good?

Claire's Accessories has entered bankruptcy for the second time in seven years, putting thousands of jobs and hundreds of UK and US stores at risk of closure.

International Business Times UK

Claire’s to appoint administrator in UK and Ireland, putting 2,150 jobs at risk

Jewellery retailer takes decision a week after bankruptcy filings by parent company in US and Canada

The Guardian - UK

Huge UK retailer’s future is unclear

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The Independent UK

Claire’s on brink of collapse with thousands of jobs at risk

The fashion giant’s hundreds of stores across the UK and Ireland are set to be put into administration

The Independent UK

Around 2,150 jobs at risk as Claire’s Accessories appoints administrators

The move will raise fears over the future of its 306 stores across the UK and Ireland.

Evening Standard

Retailer Claire's files for administration with 25 Scottish stores at risk

Claire's Accessories is a high street retailer that has filed for administration, which means that its 25 Scottish stores are at risk of closure

The National (Scotland)

55 People Reveal What It’s Like To Watch Your Workplace Slowly Collapse

What's it like to work for a company that's heading for the graveyard?

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Benzinga

Deal Dispatch: Performance Food Group And Claire's Lead A Week Of Big Auctions, Retail Woes

For the previous edition of Deal Dispatch, click here.

The Independent UK

Claire's, known for piercing millions of teens' ears, files for Chapter 11, 2nd time since 2018

Mall-based teen retailer Claire’s, known for helping to usher teens into a key rite of passage _ ear piercing _ but now struggling with a big debt load and changing consumer tastes, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection

The Independent UK

Jewelry outlet and mall favorite Claire’s files for bankruptcy. Here’s what it means for stores

For the second time in seven years, Claire’s filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in federal court on Wednesday

The Guardian - UK

Claire’s files for US bankruptcy for second time in seven years

Tween jewellery retailer is hit by a slowdown in consumer spending and the switch to online shopping

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Evening Standard

Fears for Claire’s stores after US owner files for bankruptcy

US-based fashion accessories and jewellery business Claire’s has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in a court in Delaware.

Evening Standard

Claire's accessories: Which stores are at risk of closing?

The shop has reportedly been put up for sale but what could happen to your local branch?

Evening Standard

Loss making Claire's Accessories calls in advisers as huge debt payment looms

High street stalwart has almost 300 UK stores including two on Oxford Street

Evening Standard

The best Lilo & Stitch live action merch to buy now

Ohana means… merchandise?

Homes & Gardens

I've had a first look at the McGee & Co. summer 2025 collection, and I think you're going to fall head over heels for the vintage-style rattan pieces

The new McGee & Co. drop is full of vintage charm – and the scalloped coffee table is my standout pick for summer

The Independent UK

The rise of the skincare tweens: How retinol serums and eye creams took over childhood

IN FOCUS: As Gen Alpha beg their parents for £50 retinol creams and host parties at popular beauty retailers, Charlotte Cripps, a mum of two, explains why she’s stepping back from the ‘Sephora kids’ trend before it’s too late

Evening Standard

Best Jewellery repair kits to fix up your accessories

Prevent a broken clasp from becoming an unnecessary trip to the jeweller

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