The UK business of jewellery chain Claire's is set to enter administration, threatening more than 2,150 jobs, it said on Wednesday.

Thousands of jobs are at risk after major accessories retailer Claire’s announced it was set to appoint administrators. Around 2,150 jobs could be at risk. The fashion giant has 278 stores in the UK and 28 in Ireland, but it has been struggling with falling sales and fierce competition.

Thousands of jobs could be put at risk as Claire's looks set to appoint administrators for its UK and Ireland business. The US parent firm for the fashion accessories chain said it has filed a formal notice to administrators from advisory firm Interpath.