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Commenting on the news that Nottinghamshire retailer Wilko has gone into administration, Councillor Reg Adair, Deputy Cabinet Member for Economic Development and Asset Management said, 

“This is really awful news and must be a very difficult time for employees and their families who of course  will be worrying about the future of their jobs.

“Wilko is much-loved Notts-based retailer.  It is the cornerstone of the local high street across Notts and many parts of the country and so those of us who have shopped there for years will be concerned about its future.

“We hope that better news is on its way and that there will be other opportunities for a buy-out to help save jobs and support our economy.

“We are already discussions with Bassetlaw District Council, other partners and supporting agencies.  As the situation evolves, we are keen to be ready to see what employment help and support can be offered as needed,  particularly should the worse-case scenario happen.”


An advice portal for workers affected by the Wilko situation has been set up by the Citizens Advice Bassetlaw:  www.bassetlawca.org.uk