THE TRUTH ABOUT: Modella - Caught on Camera

As a young man, magazines were my window to the world. That wonder will be lost when all the shops have gone

The closure of former WH Smith stores around the UK is sobering on many levels. The publications they sold were there to be perused, to broaden horizons, says Guardian columnist John Harris

The Guardian - UK · Oct 25

More than third of post offices in TG Jones stores to shut by early 2027

Closures within chain formerly under the WH Smith brand raise fears of high streets becoming ‘postal deserts’

The Guardian - UK · Oct 24

Judge casts doubt on future of WH Smith replacement TG Jones

Mr Justice Hildyard, who approved rescue plan in July, said turnaround plan came with ‘very considerable’ risks

The Guardian - UK · Aug 5

High street favourite Flying Tiger bought by owner of TG Jones

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The Independent UK · May 27

Flying Tiger bought by TG Jones owner Modella in latest high street takeover

The Danish chain, operating over 1,100 stores across 44 countries, underwent a restructuring last year

The Independent UK · May 27

TG Jones owner Modella acquires Flying Tiger in latest high street takeover

Modella said the acquisition marked the next chapter for the Danish retailer which has more than 1,100 shops in 44 countries around the world.

Evening Standard · May 27

Flying Tiger snapped up by Modella Capital amid fears for its future

UK private equity investor with reputation for hard-nosed restructuring says it is backing existing management

The Guardian - UK · May 27

Fears of ‘postal deserts’ as owner of former WH Smith stores puts counters under threat

Exclusive: Contract changes mean Post Office outlets inside TG Jones stores would be easier to close, with up to 60 possibly affected

The Guardian - UK · May 15

How new owner became all powerful in ‘high stakes’ attempt to revive former WH Smith chain

Low-profile Modella has positioned itself as a key creditor, landlord and brand owner to struggling TG Jones as store closures and job cuts loom

The Guardian - UK · May 13

Revealed: owner of former WH Smith stores is charging fee to use fictitious ‘family’ brand

Exclusive: Documents show Modella Capital, which bought the chain last year, is so far owed £2.9m in royalty fees

The Guardian - UK · May 7