Claire's has collapsed into administration in the UK and Ireland, putting its more than 300 high street stores and 2,150 jobs at risk - including five stores in Glasgow.

The high street tweens and teens accessories retailer said its stores remain open and continue to trade as normal, but its website has stopped taking orders.

Its branches in Glasgow include at St Enoch Centre, Buchanan Galleries, Sauchiehall Street , Glasgow Fort and Silverburn. There is also a branch at Braehead and Centre West, in East Kilbride.

Claire's - which is also known for its ear piercing services - is also no longer accepting refunds and any orders that have not yet been shipped will not be delivered.

Will Wright and Chris Pole from Interpath have been formally appointed as joint administrators, reports

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