A popular British men’s fashion brand, Big Boys, known for specializing in plus-size men’s clothing ranging from 2XL to 10XL, has recently gone into administration, leading to the closure of its operations. The company, officially named Great Clothing Ltd, was based in Leeds and had a staff of around 12 employees in 2025.
Chris Brooksbank from CB Business Recovery Ltd has been appointed as the administrator for Big Boys. The decision to cease trading was announced on the company’s website, citing financial challenges that despite efforts to overcome, ultimately led to the closure. An insolvency practice has been engaged to handle the administration process on behalf of the company.
On a different note, River Island, a well-known fashion retailer, has initiated a significant restructuring plan that includes the closure of at least 27 stores. Some of the affected locations that have already been shut down include branches in Brighton, Edinburgh Princes Street, Great Yarmouth, and Stockton-on-Tees. Additional store closures in Norwich, Norfolk, and Workington, Cumbria are pending confirmation.
Moreover, Poundland, a popular discount retailer, is set to close 12 stores in January as part of an approved restructuring plan post its acquisition by investment firm Gordon Brothers. Poundland had previously closed 57 stores by September and plans to further reduce its store count from 800 to an estimated range of 650 to 700 stores through closures and lease expirations. The chain is implementing a new pricing strategy of £1, £2, and £3 on various grocery items in its UK stores, along with an update to its online shopping experience.