With merely two months gone, 2026 has witnessed an alarming number of firms collapsing into administration, with some regrettably resulting in shop closures . Claire's, Game, The Original Factory Shop and Quiz clothing are just a few retailers that have announced administration since January. The number of administrations in January 2026 stood 41% higher than in December 2025 and 14% higher than in January 2025, according to Government figures . The increase suggests that sectors are