Carpetright on brink of collapse with 1,800 jobs at risk

Flooring retailer files notice of intention to appoint administrators as it works to secure fresh investment

Carpetright, one of the UK's biggest flooring retailers, has filed a notice of intention to appoint an administrator, putting 1,800 jobs at risk as it races to secure extra funding.

The company filed the notice with the high court to appoint administrators while it works to finalise new investment to protect its long-term future.