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Poundland's future hangs in the balance as chain edges towards collapse
The future of Poundland hangs in the balance as the discount chain edges towards collapse, the BBC understands.
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Poundland, the UK discount retailer, has filed a notice of intention to appoint administrators as it edges toward collapse. Approval by the High Court would grant the chain a ten‑day breathing period to seek a rescue deal. The filing signals that the business is seeking legal protection while it attempts to secure a solution to its financial difficulties.
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