Claire’s to close remaining UK stores on Tuesday with more than 1,000 job losses
Claire's is closing its remaining UK stores on Tuesday, resulting in over 1,000 job losses and marking the end of its three-decade presence on British high streets. The closures follow the company's collapse into administration in January, after earlier rescue efforts saved part of the business. While store operations are ending, 356 concessions and the head office remain unaffected, and talks are ongoing to find a new owner for the UK brand.
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Claire’s collapsed into administration in January, months after about half the chain had been rescued by Modella Capital. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty ImagesView image in fullscreenClaire’s collapsed into administration in January, months after about half the chain had been rescued by Modella Capital. Photograph: Bloomberg/Getty ImagesRetail industryClaire’s to close remaining UK stores on Tuesday with more than 1,000 job lossesSources say staff have been asked to pack up final stock and equipment after waves of closuresSarah ButlerMon 27 Apr 2026 13.52 EDTFirst published on Mon 27 Apr 2026 11.34 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleJewellery and accessories chain Claire’s is closing its final UK stores on Tuesday with the loss of more than 1,000 jobs and ending three decades on British…
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