B&M controversies
Controversies tied to this brand in public sources. A listing is not a finding of fault.
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2026
B&M files claim against Morrisons over alleged IP infringement
Lawsuit filed
B&M Retail Limited filed a High Court claim against WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited and a senior buyer, alleging intellectual property infringement and breach of confidence. The claims remain allegations; the article says a hearing had yet to take place.
Source excerpt
The claims remain allegations, and the available case listing does not identify the products or confidential material involved, or state what financial compensation or other remedy B&M seeks.
B&M Retail Limited issued the claim on 29 October 2026 against WM Morrison Supermarkets Limited and Simon Buckley.
B&M Retail has launched High Court proceedings against supermarket giant WM Morrison Supermarkets and one of its senior buyers over alleged 'intellectual property infringement and breach of confidence', court records show.
2022
Warehouse electrical-safety prosecution
The Health and Safety Executive prosecuted B&M after an electrical explosion during temporary-generator work injured an electrician. The case concerned the company's failure to appoint a suitably competent person to plan and execute the work.
2020
COVID-19 relief and special-dividend criticism
B&M faced criticism for receiving business-rates relief and furlough support while trading as an essential retailer, reporting strong profits and paying a special dividend. It subsequently agreed to repay £80 million of business-rates relief.
2018
Underage knife sales
Test purchases at stores in Redbridge and Barking found knives had been sold to three children under 18. B&M pleaded guilty and received a substantial fine.
2012
Fire-safety offences at Mansfield store
B&M pleaded guilty to six offences under the UK fire-safety regulations after inspections identified repeated deficiencies, including blocked fire exits. The company was fined.