News · 28 April 2026
Claire's closes 154 UK stores with 1,300 jobs lost
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British high streets have lost another familiar name after accessories chain Claire's collapsed into administration. The retailer has shut 154 standalone stores across the UK and Ireland with more than 1,300 jobs lost, the Credit Protection Association confirmed today. Weak Christmas trading, online competition and falling high street footfall accelerated the chain's failure, with administrators now selling off the remaining assets.
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