Edge Hill University names Dr Jo Wright as its new Chief Governance Officer. With over 20 years in higher education governance, she will lead strategic assurance and administration. Discover her vision for the university's future.
The popular restaurant chain TGI Fridays has collapsed into administration, leading to the immediate closure of 14 sites in England. Over 450 jobs are lost, but 33 locations remain open. Full list of closures inside.
LEON restaurant chain is shutting 20 high street branches, blaming business rates and costs. The chain will now focus on airports and train stations. See the full list of closures.
Northamptonshire's Flavour Trailer has entered administration after a tough year. The brand will continue in a scaled-down form. Read the full story.
Caldwell Construction Ltd, a major UK groundworks firm, has appointed administrators due to severe cashflow pressures, putting over 400 jobs at risk. Learn more about the impact on the construction sector.
The popular stationery chain Smiggle has closed its store in Salisbury's Old George Mall, disappointing local shoppers. This follows a wave of UK closures for the brand and comes as TGI Fridays confirms 16 restaurant shutdowns.
A new company, Merit Industrialised Construction, has been formed from the remains of the failed Northumberland group, backed by Modulex and HBEM. Explore the fresh start and the ongoing sale of the former HQ.
A preferred bidder has been chosen to potentially rescue part of collapsed airline Eastern Airways, offering hope for the future of Air Kilroe and its workforce. Read the latest developments.
Premier Insurance Company Limited has collapsed into administration, leaving thousands of UK motorists without valid cover. Find out the urgent steps policyholders must take now.
Premier Insurance Company Ltd has entered administration, leaving thousands of UK motorists without cover. The FSCS is stepping in to protect eligible policyholders. Find out what you need to do.
The UK economy grew by a mere 0.1% in the three months to November 2025, with construction suffering its biggest drop in three years. Experts warn the nation is 'treading water' economically. Read the full analysis.
The premium fashion retailer LK Bennett, a favourite of the Princess of Wales, has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators, putting its nine UK stores in jeopardy. Read the full story.
Premier Forest Products acquires National Timber Systems, saving 160 jobs and planning major workforce expansion. Read the full story of this crucial deal for the UK housebuilding sector.
Three Pembrokeshire holiday parks have been acquired for nearly £17m out of administration. Savills managed the sales to new leisure operators. Discover the details.
TGI Fridays has shut 16 UK restaurants permanently, resulting in over 450 job losses. A rescue deal saves 33 other sites. Get the full story on the chain's administration.
Phantom Brewing Company enters administration with debts over £2.2 million, closing its Henley-on-Thames bar and Reading taproom. Read the full story on the firm's collapse and restructuring plans.
A major UK restaurant chain has closed 16 sites, resulting in 456 job losses. See the full list of affected locations and details of the administration deal.
Family-run jeweller CW Sellors, with a 47-year history, has filed a notice to appoint administrators, putting its five UK shops at risk. Discover the full list of locations and what it means for customers.
Andy's Man Club and Persimmon Homes address the stark suicide rate in UK construction. A Hull event highlighted vital support for workers' mental wellbeing. Read more.
TGI Fridays has entered administration, leading to the immediate closure of 16 UK restaurants and hundreds of job losses. Discover the full list of affected locations and the details of the rescue deal.
TGI Fridays UK has closed 16 restaurants after entering administration, resulting in 456 redundancies. A rescue deal saves 33 sites and 1,384 jobs. Read the full story.
London broadband provider G Network enters administration with £300m debt. 25,000 homes at risk as FitzWalter Capital takes control. Services continue as administrators seek a buyer.
Great Clothing Ltd, trading as Big Boys, has ceased trading and entered administration. The Leeds-based men's fashion retailer confirmed the news this week. Read the full statement.
A construction crane collapse in Thailand derailed a train, killing at least 22 people and injuring 79. The incident near Bangkok is under thorough investigation.
The major restaurant chain TGI Fridays has entered a pre-pack administration, saving 33 sites but immediately closing 16 branches. See the full list of closures and the impact on jobs.
Family restaurant chain TGI Fridays shuts 16 UK outlets immediately after entering administration, with 456 redundancies. A rescue deal saves 33 sites. Read the full story.
Popular jeweller CW Sellors files for administration after 47 years, citing spiralling costs from a major development project. Read the full story on the fight to save the business.
A wave of UK business collapses hit retail, energy, and legal sectors at the start of 2026. See the full list of firms that entered administration and why.
Cornwall Airport Newquay is unlikely to recover £1.5m owed by Eastern Airways after its administration, impacting local creditors. Read the full financial fallout.
Consumer Energy Solutions (CES) has ceased trading, entering administration with the immediate loss of almost 300 jobs in Swansea and Treorchy. Read the full story on the firm's collapse.