Former Yodel owner probably forged mother’s signature in takeover bid, judge rules

‘Extraordinary’ high court ruling covers Jacob Corlett’s attempt to seize back control of parcel delivery firmBusiness live – latest updatesThe former owner of Yodel probably forged his mother’s signature in an attempt to seize back control of the parcel delivery company, according to an “extraordinary” ruling issued on Friday by a high court judge.Jacob Corlett, a 31-year-old logistics entrepreneur, launched a takeover of Yodel in January 2024, buying the financially distressed company for just £1 as part of a plan to merge it with his own parcels company, Shift. Continue reading...