Shares in the firm had already plunged as it reported last month that talks with its lenders and banks would likely leave shareholders empty-handed.
A spokesman for McColl’s said it is ‘increasingly likely’ the group will be placed into administration The retailer has been in discussions with potential lenders to shore up the business, which struggled badly during the pandemic due to supply chain issues, inflation and a heavy debt burden.
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