Non-essential stores will be able to reopen today as part of the government’s phased plans to ease lockdown restrictions. Stores will have to have strict social distancing measures in place to ensure customers are kept two metres apart. But which stores will be able to open their doors in Leeds? Photos are for illustrative purposes only.
1. GAME
GAME has confirmed that all stores across England and Northern Ireland will open today, in line with the latest government guidance. This includes stores in Leeds. Photo: Google
2. M&S
M&S will reopen its clothing areas today, including at Trinity Leeds and White Rose Shopping Centre. There will be perspex screens at till points, floor markings and hand sanitisers Photo: M&S
3. Chirpy
The contemporary gift shop located in the Chapel Allerton area of Leeds is also reopening today Photo: Google
4. Primark
The Primark stores in Leeds Trinity Centre and the White Rose Shopping Centre will be reopening next week - but there are strict rules in place. Fitting rooms, customer toilets, beauty concessions and cafes are closed. Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire
5. Debenhams
The department store has announced plans to reopen more than 50 stores in mid-June, after the government announced non-essential retailers can start trading again on 15 June. This includes Debenhams in Leeds
6. Peacocks - Merrion
The Merrion Centre is currently 43 per cent open with retailers such as Morrisons, Boots, Superdrug, Wilko, Iceland and a number of food and beverage operators already open to shoppers. Peacocks is also set to open today