The Health Store and GNC chain enters liquidation in Ireland

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The Health Store and GNC chain had entered liquidation in Ireland, Health Food Business reported on 13 October 2026. Grant Thornton had been appointed as liquidators in a matter before the High Court; media reports said provisional liquidators had been appointed to the businesses operating 11 Leinster stores.

The appointments concerned GNC Well Ireland Unlimited Company and related THSD Unlimited Company, which had 86 full and part-time employees. The businesses traded through 10 The Health Food Store outlets and one GNC outlet.

The publication reported that the chain’s liquidation had prompted sadness in the health food sector. Alan McGrath of Health Stores Ireland said the organisation’s thoughts were with the 86 staff and raised concerns about suppliers and brands.