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Wilko isn’t just a shop – it’s a magical portal to essential British tat

If you wanted cheap and cheerful household musts or sneezed-upon pick ‘n’ mix, you headed to Wilko – which makes the shop’s potential demise so much sadder. Marie-Claire Chappet speaks to fans and experts about its thrifty wonder

The Independent UK

Wilko is the latest shop to be edged out by competition but it doesn't have to mean the end for the budget retailer

By selling pick ‘n’ mix, stationery, garden tools and bird boxes, Wilko has spent the last 90 years transforming from a one-store business into one of the UK’s major budget retail players. It now has around 400 stores, but it has also become the latest high street shop to face…

The Conversation

Where to shop for your kid's uni essentials (and no, it isn't IKEA)

Don't want your child to have the same dinnerware bundle as everyone else in their shared flat? Look no further

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Full list of Wilko stores closing down, including London locations

Wilko job cuts are officially going ahead, with all Wilko stores to close on October 8

Evening Standard

What went wrong at Wilko?

Analysts partly blame too many large stores selling low-profit goods on dearer high street locations

The Guardian - UK

Wilko closures: Full list of stores at risk as firm enters administration

There are 400 stores and 12,000 of staff at risk after the company collapsed into administration

The Independent UK

Wilko’s demise proves it’s tough at the bottom

City Comment: No brand, however charming and loved, is guaranteed eternal life

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Best water-based gloss paint to get the perfect finish

Easy clean colour, fast dry times and environmental credentials? It’s easy to see why this is the DIYers pick of the paints

Evening Standard

Wilko could be closing 400 stores across the UK – here's what you need to know

The iconic budget retailer is unfortunately on the brink of collapse

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Wilko on the brink of collapsing into administration with 12,000 jobs at risk

Up to 12,000 jobs at risk if buyer not found for high street retailer

Evening Standard

Jobs at risk at TEN Scottish stores as retailer set to collapse

HIGH street retailer Wilko said it has filed a notice of intent to appoint administrators, putting around 12,000 jobs at risk.

The National (Scotland)

Budget retailer Wilko on brink of collapse with 12,000 jobs at risk

Household goods chain with 400 stores prepares to appoint administrators

The Guardian - UK

Best back-to-school stationery for a sharp start to the year

Start the academic year feeling confident and prepared

Evening Standard

This easy DIY project could boost the value of your home – and it costs less than £10

Want to switch up your home decor? This simple fix might just do the trick

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Evening Standard

Best bin storage solutions to keep your wheelie bin safe

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Wales Online

Product recalls - Tesco and Wilkos among several retailers recalling products because of serious safety concerns

Some of these pose a real danger to health

Daily Mirror

Nifty 99p ingredient melts away kettle limescale and 'extends lifespan'

Banish limescale from your kettle - to prevent any unpleasant chalk particles building up in your drinks - and you'll also help to extend the lifespan of your appliance

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Wilko is having a major garden furniture sale – here are our 5 top buys for under £100

Spruce up your garden without having to spend a fortune

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Evening Standard

Best garden trugs to shop online tried and tested

Creative carriers for all your garden needs in wood, wicker and colourful plastic

Nottingham Post

Wilko extend deal with fulfilment provider in latest commitment to improve customer experience

"This contract extension accompanies a raft of recent announcements. Investing in improving our customer experience both digitally and in-store is at the heart of our turnaround strategy"

Manchester Evening News

Wilko rivals Aldi with £37 ice machine that makes frozen cocktails in minutes

The home and garden retailer is also selling an ice cube maker so you never run out of ice

Daily Record

Wilko's £3.25 mascara hailed as 'biggest beauty secret' for longer and fuller lashes

Shoppers have been ditcing luxury brands in favour of Wilko's affordable mascara that gives them the full false lash effect.

Glasgow Live

Last minute Father's Day 2023 gift guide including experience days and free beer

Shopping for dad's can be an exhausting task no matter what the occasion so with Father's Day approaching, we thought we'd give you a helping hand with choosing the perfect gift

Nottingham Post

Nottinghamshire based company Boots amongst those affected by major data hack

According to PA Media the cyber attack has been linked to the Russian cyber hacking group 'Clop'

Daily Mirror

Thousands of workers affected by major data hack at BBC, BA and Boots linked to Russia

The hack has suspected links to a Russian-speaking cybercrime gang called Clop, and relates to a flaw in a piece of software which is used by thousands of companies globally to transfer files

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