The Skinny Food Co has launched a High Court claim against B&M, seeking nearly £14 million in damages. This legal battle, which commenced in February, revolves around allegations that Skinny was unjustly removed from B&M’s supplier list on two occasions, in 2021 and 2025.

According to court filings, the initial de-listing allegedly occurred after investment talks between Skinny and B&M fell through. The situation escalated when B&M ceased adding new Skinny products to its shelves starting in 2023, and by June 2025, B&M formally notified Skinny that it would remove all remaining products by December 2025.

Skinny claims that the total losses from both de-listings amount to at least £16.85 million. This figure is underscored by a dramatic drop in orders from B&M, which plummeted from £10.7 million in the year ending August 2021 to approximately £3.2 million the following year. The company had invested over £235,000 in new machinery to meet the expected demand from B&M, further complicating its financial position.

Legal representatives for Skinny allege that Robin Arora, a key figure at B&M, made threatening remarks during the investment negotiations, suggesting that he had the power to “ruin” Skinny’s business if he chose to. George Spalton KC, representing Skinny, stated, “B&M’s decision to de-list Skinny was motivated at least by the breakdown of the negotiations between (Mr Arora) and Skinny in respect of the proposed investment by the Arora family in Skinny, and by (Mr Arora’s) desire to make good his threat to ‘ruin’ Skinny.”

As the case unfolds, B&M has yet to submit its defense, leaving many questions unanswered. The commercial relationship between Skinny and B&M began in late 2020, and the subsequent developments have raised eyebrows within the industry.

Skinny’s claims are not just about financial losses; they reflect a broader concern regarding supplier relationships and the potential repercussions of investment negotiations gone awry. The outcome of this lawsuit could have significant implications for both companies and their future dealings.

As the legal proceedings progress, industry observers are keenly watching for B&M’s response and any further developments in this high-stakes case. Details remain unconfirmed regarding the exact nature of the defense B&M may present.

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