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Poundland's future hangs in the balance as chain edges towards collapse

Poundland's future hangs in the balance as chain edges towards collapse
BBC Business Thursday 29 October 2026, 09:46 UTC 1 min read
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Poundland's bosses have filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators to the business.

Poundland's bosses have filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators to the business.
Poundland (ORG)
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