The entrepreneur behind Appliances Online has tabled a bid for Comet in a move that could see the failed electrical chain disappear from retail parks and high streets.
John Roberts, who set up Appliances Online in 2000, confirmed he had put in a “seven-figure offer” for Comet’s website after it collapsed into administration earlier this month.
CONNECT WITH US TODAY
Be the first to know the latest news and updates
Newsletter
News and analysis on business, money and jobs from Munster and beyond by our expert team of business writers.
Push Notifications
By clicking on sign up you will be the first to know about a selection of business content on this browser. Please note if you are unable to sign up via your mobile web browser, download and sign up for mobile push notifications via our FREE news app.
Sign UpNewsletter
News and analysis on business, money and jobs from Munster and beyond by our expert team of business writers.
Newsletter
Keep up with stories of the day with our lunchtime news wrap and important breaking news alerts.
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 4:00 PM
Tuesday, October 21, 2025 - 1:00 PM
