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Poundland rescue deal hope as discount chain fights collapse

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Poundland and its 11,000 workers hope for a delayed collapse to finalise a rescue deal.

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Owners Gordon Brothers released £10m in funding, offering temporary breathing space.

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A parliamentary committee is questioning owners over frozen cash and potential piecemeal store sales.

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Rival brands including Tesco, B&M and Poundstretcher have shown interest in acquiring store sites.

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