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Wilko shoppers: tell us what you like most about the store

We’d like to hear from shoppers what they will miss after the news that the retailer is expected to close dozens of outlets

The Guardian - UK

Wilko closures: Full list of stores at risk as firm enters administration

There are 400 stores and 12,000 of staff at risk after the company collapsed into administration

The Independent UK

Wilko isn’t just a shop – it’s a magical portal to essential British tat

If you wanted cheap and cheerful household musts or sneezed-upon pick ‘n’ mix, you headed to Wilko – which makes the shop’s potential demise so much sadder. Marie-Claire Chappet speaks to fans and experts about its thrifty wonder

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Wilko files for administration putting 12,000 jobs at risk

Retailer left ‘no stone unturned’ in desperate bid to save the business

The Independent UK

High street chain Wilko appoints administrators putting 12,000 jobs at risk

HIGH street chain Wilko has appointed administrators after failing to secure a rescue deal, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk.

The National (Scotland)

Wilko goes bust with 12,000 jobs at risk as last-minute rescue talks collapse

The administrators will initially keep all stores open, without any “immediate” redundancies for staff

Evening Standard

Wilko collapses into administration after rescue talks fail

Dozens of stores expected to close after UK budget retailer fails to find new funding, putting 12,000 jobs at risk

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Wilko suspends home deliveries as it holds talks on rescue deal

Budget retailer and adviser PwC have until Monday to find new funding

The Guardian - UK

Wilko isn’t just a shop – it’s a magical portal to essential British tat

The Independent UK

Wilko is the latest shop to be edged out by competition but it doesn't have to mean the end for the budget retailer

By selling pick ‘n’ mix, stationery, garden tools and bird boxes, Wilko has spent the last 90 years transforming from a one-store business into one of the UK’s major budget retail players. It now has around 400 stores, but it has also become the latest high street shop to face…

The Conversation

Where to shop for your kid's uni essentials (and no, it isn't IKEA)

Don't want your child to have the same dinnerware bundle as everyone else in their shared flat? Look no further

Ideal Home

Full list of Wilko stores closing down, including London locations

Wilko job cuts are officially going ahead, with all Wilko stores to close on October 8

Evening Standard

What went wrong at Wilko?

Analysts partly blame too many large stores selling low-profit goods on dearer high street locations

The Guardian - UK

Wilko closures: Full list of stores at risk as firm enters administration

There are 400 stores and 12,000 of staff at risk after the company collapsed into administration

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Evening Standard

Wilko’s demise proves it’s tough at the bottom

City Comment: No brand, however charming and loved, is guaranteed eternal life

Evening Standard

Best water-based gloss paint to get the perfect finish

Easy clean colour, fast dry times and environmental credentials? It’s easy to see why this is the DIYers pick of the paints

Ideal Home

Wilko could be closing 400 stores across the UK – here's what you need to know

The iconic budget retailer is unfortunately on the brink of collapse

Evening Standard

Wilko on the brink of collapsing into administration with 12,000 jobs at risk

Up to 12,000 jobs at risk if buyer not found for high street retailer

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The National (Scotland)

Jobs at risk at TEN Scottish stores as retailer set to collapse

HIGH street retailer Wilko said it has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk.

The Guardian - UK

Budget retailer Wilko on brink of collapse with 12,000 jobs at risk

Household goods chain with 400 stores prepares to appoint administrators

Evening Standard

Best back-to-school stationery for a sharp start to the year

Start the academic year feeling confident and prepared

Ideal Home

This easy DIY project could boost the value of your home – and it costs less than £10

Want to switch up your home decor? This simple fix might just do the trick

Evening Standard

Best bin storage solutions to keep your wheelie bin safe

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Wales Online

Product recalls - Tesco and Wilkos among several retailers recalling products because of serious safety concerns

Some of these pose a real danger to health

Daily Mirror

Nifty 99p ingredient melts away kettle limescale and 'extends lifespan'

Banish limescale from your kettle - to prevent any unpleasant chalk particles building up in your drinks - and you'll also help to extend the lifespan of your appliance

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