Yes, Quiz Clothing’s standalone UK store estate has closed. The retailer entered administration on 5 February 2026, when 109 redundancies were announced at its Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre.
Interpath confirmed in May that the 37 stores still trading at that point would close through a phased programme during June. Industry reporting later confirmed that the remaining branches were due to shut by 20 June 2026.
The position should not be confused with every possible use of the Quiz brand. Quiz concessions operating inside New Look and Matalan stores in the UK were specifically excluded from the administration processes when Interpath was appointed.
Customers should nevertheless check directly with the host retailer before travelling, as concession arrangements may change.
Quiz Clothing Administration Summary:
| Key point | Confirmed position |
| Administration date | 5 February 2026 |
| Joint administrators | Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs of Interpath |
| Companies affected | Orion Retail Limited, Tarak International Limited and Zandra Systems Limited |
| UK stores at appointment | 40 standalone stores |
| Republic of Ireland concessions | Seven |
| Employees at appointment | Approximately 565 |
| Initial redundancies | 109 head office and distribution roles |
| Online store | Closed immediately after the appointment |
| Stores remaining in May 2026 | 37 |
| Final closure period | June 2026 |
| Reported final store closure date | 20 June 2026 |
| UK New Look and Matalan concessions | Initially excluded from the administration |
The Companies House record for Orion Retail Limited continues to show the company as being in administration. Its registered office has been changed to Interpath’s Glasgow address.
What Happened to Quiz Clothing?
Alistair McAlinden and Geoff Jacobs of Interpath were appointed as joint administrators of Orion Retail Limited, Tarak International Limited and Zandra Systems Limited on 5 February 2026. The companies collectively traded as Quiz Clothing.
At that point, Quiz operated 40 stores across the UK, seven concessions in the Republic of Ireland and an online retail operation. It employed approximately 565 people.
The administrators initially kept the physical stores trading while they considered options for the business. The website, however, stopped accepting orders immediately.
A stock clearance sale was introduced across the remaining shops, with the administrators inviting interested parties to make offers for Quiz’s stock, infrastructure or store operations.
Why Did Quiz Clothing Enter Administration?
Interpath said Quiz had experienced difficult trading conditions during the preceding 12 months.
Sales were reportedly stronger than expected up to the end of September 2025 but fell below forecasts during the important Christmas trading period. The decline affected both physical shops and online sales.
The administrators also identified wider pressures affecting the business, including:
- Changing consumer shopping habits
- Higher business rates and operating expenses
- Increased employment costs
- Difficulties obtaining sufficient additional funding
Quiz’s directors explored options intended to protect the company’s future, including attempts to raise finance. According to Interpath, no solvent solution could be secured, resulting in the appointment of administrators.
The collapse shows that stronger sales during part of a year do not necessarily mean a retailer is financially secure. Seasonal performance, cash flow, rent, wages, stock commitments and other fixed costs can still leave a business unable to meet its liabilities.
When Did All Quiz Clothing Stores Close?
Quiz’s closures happened in stages rather than on one national closure date.
On 21 May 2026, Interpath confirmed that three stores in Castlecourt, Leeds and Romford had already closed. The remaining 37 shops were expected to cease trading during June.
The administrators also said remaining stock was being moved into stores for the final closing-down sale. Discounts of at least 60% were offered, with some products priced at £5 or £10.
Later retail industry reporting said all remaining Quiz stores would close by Saturday, 20 June 2026. This completed the shutdown of its standalone UK estate.
Which Quiz Stores Were Affected?
The 40-store portfolio operating when the administrators were appointed included branches in:
Scotland: Aberdeen, Clydebank, Dunfermline, Glasgow Braehead, Glasgow Buchanan Galleries, Glasgow Fort, Glasgow St Enoch, Inverness, Irvine, Livingston and Stirling.
England and Wales: Basingstoke, Bracknell, Cardiff, Carlisle, Castleford, Derby, Eastbourne, Gateshead Metrocentre, Hanley, Hull, Leeds White Rose, Leicester, Manchester Arndale, Manchester Trafford Centre, Mansfield, Merry Hill, Northampton, Norwich, Portsmouth, Romford, Sheffield Meadowhall, Telford, Thurrock Lakeside, Warrington and Watford.
Northern Ireland: Belfast CastleCourt, Craigavon, Newry and Newtownabbey.
These were the locations identified by Interpath at the start of the administration. Individual branches closed at different points during the phased wind-down.
Is the Quiz Clothing Website Still Operating?
Quiz’s online retail operation closed immediately after the administrators were appointed on 5 February 2026.
Customers could no longer place new orders. Interpath also stated that online orders which had not been dispatched would not be fulfilled. Customers should generally not have been charged for those orders because Quiz took payment when an order was dispatched.
A website or social media account remaining visible does not necessarily mean that the original company is still trading. Customers should avoid submitting payment details through unofficial websites claiming to offer Quiz clearance stock.
Any future use of the Quiz name by a buyer would need to be distinguished from the companies currently in administration. No confirmed rescue of the standalone Quiz store estate was announced as part of the closure programme.
What Happened to Quiz Clothing Employees?
The administration initially resulted in 109 redundancies across Quiz’s Glasgow head office and distribution centre in Bellshill, North Lanarkshire.
Most store employees were temporarily retained so that the shops could continue trading during the administration and clearance period. Further roles were affected as the physical stores closed.
Interpath had approximately 360 retail employees still working when the final closure programme was announced, although a definitive final redundancy total was not included in its May statement.
Employees of an insolvent company may be entitled to claim certain payments through the government’s Redundancy Payments Service.
Depending on employment status and length of service, these can include:
- Statutory redundancy pay
- Unpaid wages, overtime or commission
- Accrued holiday pay
- Statutory notice pay
For dismissals taking place on or after 6 April 2026, the weekly amount used for certain insolvency payments is capped at £751. Statutory redundancy pay normally requires at least two years of continuous employment, and the calculation can include up to 20 years of service.
Employees generally need a case reference number from the insolvency practitioner before applying. Claims for redundancy pay, unpaid wages and holiday pay must normally be submitted within six months of dismissal.
What Should Quiz Customers Do About Orders and Refunds?
The options available depend on when the purchase was made, whether the item was delivered and how the customer paid.
Interpath’s initial customer policy said goods bought on or after 5 February 2026 were sold as seen. Returns would only be considered where the goods were faulty.
The administrators also confirmed that:
- Cash and card refunds would not be issued directly by Quiz.
- Gift cards and credit notes could not be honoured.
- Undispatched online orders would not be fulfilled.
- Customers awaiting refunds for items already returned should contact their card provider.
The original administrator guidance allowed some pre-administration purchases to be exchanged in a store. As the standalone shops have now closed, this route may no longer be available.
Customers who remain owed money should retain their order confirmation, receipt, return tracking information, payment record and any correspondence with Quiz.
Can Customers Request a Chargeback?
A customer who paid by debit card may be able to ask the bank for a chargeback. Chargeback may also be available for some credit card transactions where Section 75 does not apply.
Chargeback is a card scheme process rather than an automatic statutory right. Approval therefore depends on the circumstances, evidence and card provider’s rules.
Can Customers Make a Section 75 Claim?
Section 75 may apply where an item costing more than £100 and no more than £30,000 was purchased directly using a credit card.
It can make the credit provider jointly responsible for certain breaches of contract or misrepresentations by the retailer. It does not normally apply to debit card payments or purchases made through a Buy Now Pay Later provider.
Neither process guarantees recovery, and the card provider may ask for evidence that the retailer failed to fulfil the order.
Can Quiz Gift Cards Still Be Used?
No. Interpath stated that Quiz gift cards and credit notes could not be honoured after the administration appointment.
Gift card holders generally become unsecured creditors when a retailer becomes insolvent. This means they may rank behind secured and preferential creditors and might recover only part of the card’s value, or nothing at all.
Customers can contact the administrators to ask how to register a creditor claim. However, submitting a claim does not guarantee that money will be recovered.
Does Administration Mean the Same as Liquidation?
No. Administration and liquidation are different insolvency procedures.
Administration places control of a company in the hands of licensed insolvency practitioners. The administrators may attempt to rescue the business, sell its assets or achieve a better result for creditors than an immediate liquidation would produce.
Liquidation normally involves collecting and selling assets before distributing available funds and dissolving the company.
In Quiz’s case, the administrators initially traded the stores while seeking interest in the stock, infrastructure and operations.
The subsequent closure of the entire standalone estate indicates that no rescue was secured for those stores, but the companies’ formal insolvency process can continue after shops stop trading.
Orion Retail Limited remains recorded as being in administration rather than dissolved.
Final Takeaway
The latest Quiz Clothing administration news confirms the closure of the retailer’s entire standalone UK store estate following its collapse on 5 February 2026.
Quiz initially continued trading from 40 stores, but three had closed by May and the remaining 37 were placed into a phased closure programme.
The last branches reportedly closed by 20 June 2026, while the online store had already ceased trading.
Customers with missing orders or unpaid refunds should preserve their purchase evidence and contact their card provider or the administrators.
Former employees should follow official GOV.UK guidance and obtain the necessary insolvency reference numbers before submitting claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
When did Quiz Clothing enter administration?
Orion Retail Limited, Tarak International Limited and Zandra Systems Limited entered administration on 5 February 2026.
When did the final Quiz stores close?
Interpath expected all remaining stores to close during June 2026. Later industry reports said the final shops would close by 20 June 2026.
How many Quiz stores closed?
Quiz operated 40 standalone UK stores when the administrators were appointed. Three had closed by 21 May, after which the remaining 37 entered a phased closure programme.
How many Quiz employees lost their jobs?
There were 109 immediate redundancies at the Glasgow head office and Bellshill distribution centre. Approximately 360 retail employees were still working when the final closure plan was announced and were expected to be affected as the stores closed.
A confirmed final total has not been published in the administrator updates reviewed for this article.
Can a Quiz order still be returned?
Quiz’s original administration policy offered limited exchanges for some purchases and permitted returns of post-administration goods only when faulty.
With standalone stores now closed, customers should contact the administrators or their payment provider rather than attempting an in-store return.
What happens to an unused Quiz gift card?
Quiz gift cards and credit notes are not being honoured. The holder may be able to register as an unsecured creditor, although repayment is uncertain.
Can customers claim money back from their bank?
Potentially. Debit card customers may be able to request chargeback. Credit card customers may qualify for Section 75 where the item’s cash price exceeded £100 and the other legal conditions are met.
Could Quiz Clothing return under new ownership?
A brand can sometimes return if its intellectual property or other assets are purchased. However, the closure of Quiz’s former stores does not confirm that a relaunch will happen. Any future business using the name would need to be assessed separately from the companies currently in administration.
Note: This article has been reviewed against official joint administrator statements, Companies House records and GOV.UK insolvency guidance.