Carillion one year on: how the contractor's collapse unfolded

2019-01-15T06:00:00

Carillion, a former giant in construction, went bust one year ago today. We look back on a story that shook the sector 12 months ago through our coverage on the day, and through the numbers that accounted for its collapse

‘Carillion goes bust’ was the stark headline that confronted readers one year ago this week, on 15 January 2018. While not unexpected, it was hugely unwelcome, and the ramifications filled much of the following year.

On the day the firm failed, Carillion chairman Philip Green was quoted mourning the loss: “This is a very sad day for Carillion, for our colleagues, suppliers and customers that we have been proud to serve over many years.”

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