However, administrators at PricewaterhouseCoopers (PwC) said claims the stricken retailer would close stores next week were 'speculation'.
union said ‘the majority’ would be shut.
Administrators from PwC then sought offers from potentially interested firms in an effort to save jobs and stores. Some stores may still be bought, either individually or as part of larger packages, as part of the insolvency process.Rivals Poundland, B&M, The Range and Home Bargains were reportedly among the firms interested in parts of the Wilko business.
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