GMB Union has said all 408 UK Wilko stores will close by next month resulting in more than 12,500 job losses after a rescue bid from HMV's Doug…
HMV owner Doug Putman was Wilko's last hope, but his rescue bid has collapsed due to rising costs
But it was revealed this morning Putman's rescue bid had collapsed due to rising costs leaving more than 12,000 jobs and 400 stores at risk.said:"It is understood no bidders are interested in running shops under the Wilko name, although some parties are interested in rebranding stores."employees, believes all 408 stores across the UK will now close by early October after a meeting with administrators PwC.No worker caused the downfall of Wilko.
“This is another devastating blow for them, who have seen their lives and futures gambled on the whims of millionaires and billionaires.
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