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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

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

The Original Factory Shop calls in administrators, putting 1,200 jobs at risk

Homeware chain will continue to trade on high streets while administrators ‘assess options’ for business

The Guardian - UK · Jan 28

Full list of Original Factory Shop stores as retailer enters administration

Administrators said the retailer will continue to trade from its 137 stores while they assess options

The Independent UK · Jan 28

The Original Factory Shop enters administration putting 1,180 jobs at risk

It will continue to trade from its stores across the UK as insolvency experts assess options in a bid to keep it afloat.

Evening Standard · Jan 28

The Full List: Every Major UK Store Closing in January 2026 — And How Many Jobs Will Be Lost

Britain's high streets face a brutal January with hundreds of closures confirmed. Here's the complete breakdown of shops shutting and jobs vanishing.

International Business Times UK · Jan 19

What is Modella Capital? Firm in spotlight as Claire’s and The Original Factory Shop face collapse

Investment firm that also bought WH Smith’s high street business has reputation for rapid and hard-nosed restructuring

The Guardian - UK · Jan 9

High Street Meltdown: 2,550 Jobs Hang in the Balance as Claire's and TOFS Near Collapse

Britain's high streets face renewed strain as Claire's and The Original Factory Shop edge towards administration, placing 2,550 jobs at risk amid weak demand and rising costs.

International Business Times UK · Jan 6

Two UK high street chains go into administration as thousands of jobs are put at risk

The two high street stores have been put into administration after facing significant financial difficulties

Evening Standard · Jan 5