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LK Bennett Faces Administration Amid £3.2 Million Loss

12/31/2025

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On December 30, 2025, LK Bennett applied to the High Court to appoint an administrator.
The company employs about 280 staff.
LK Bennett was founded in 1990 and is now owned by Chinese backers.
The brand previously entered administration in 2019.
LK Bennett reported a loss of £3.2 million and about £22 million in borrowings, with auditor Grant Thornton warning of significant uncertainty and urging urgent negotiations with lenders.

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On December 30, 2025, LK Bennett applied to the High Court to appoint an administrator.
The company employs about 280 staff.
LK Bennett was founded in 1990 and is now owned by Chinese backers.
The brand previously entered administration in 2019.
LK Bennett reported a loss of £3.2 million and about £22 million in borrowings, with auditor Grant Thornton warning of significant uncertainty and urging urgent negotiations with lenders.