Cost of living latest: More Wilkos reopening as Poundland this week; bedbugs have invaded major holiday city – what to do if your Airbnb is infested

[ad_1] It’s October and it’s getting colder.  That means, for many of us, an increase in our energy bills as we edge closer to turning that thermostat up. Citizens Advice…

‘Wilko’s demise a blow for high street as Kent stores snubbed from rescue deal’

[ad_1] As Kent’s Wilko stores shut up shop, business expert Professor Richard Scase explores the long-term impact of the retailer’s demise – and why the county’s 14 branches have been…

The Range strikes £5m deal to buy collapsed Wilko’s brand

[ad_1] Owned by founder Chris Dawson, The Range will take on one of the best-known discount brands in British retailing in a deal to be announced on Wednesday, Sky News…

Wilko’s demise shows the importance of digital

[ad_1] It’s been a turbulent few weeks for Wilko. The beloved budget homeware chain went into administration in August, and in a few short weeks has been reported to be…

All of UK retailer Wilko’s stores to shut, with over 9,000 job losses

[ad_1] Failed retailer Wilko will disappear from British high streets next month, as its entire chain of homeware stores are expected to close with the loss of at least 9,100…

Wilko’s disappearance would leave an enormous hole on the high street

[ad_1] While its rivals thrived amid the cost of living crisis, the discount retailer has been struggling to survive despite attempts to save the firm from collapse. By Paul Kelso,…

News: Demolition begins on former Wilkos site in Rotherham town centre

[ad_1] Demolition work on the former Wilkos building on Corporation Street is under way as the regeneration of Rotherham town centre continues. As reported by Rothbiz, the Council acquired the…