TWO major shopping centres are to reopen in less than two weeks. 

Trinity Leeds, in the city centre, and the White Rose Shopping Centre, in Beeston, are set to reopen on, Monday, June 15.

Non-essential retail stores are permitted to open from that date, as per the Government's guidelines.

Both shopping centres have been preparing to reopen then by introducing a number of additional health and safety measures.

This includes

  • Hand sanitiser points will be located throughout the centre
  • A one-way system will be in place to ensure social distancing can be maintained and capacity will be limited
  • A queuing system will be introduced for entry to the centre, to ensure social distancing can be maintained
  • All centre staff (including security, concierge and cleaning staff) will be provided with masks
  • Signs and floor stickers will help remind guests to keep a safe distance apart.

David Maddison, Centre Director, Trinity Leeds said: “Safety is our highest priority.

"We’re working hard to ensure we adhere to all government guidelines at Trinity Leeds, and will be taking a robust approach to cleanliness and hygiene.

"As well as the thorough cleaning of the centre, we will be using floor stickers and signs to remind guests to keep the required distance apart, will be providing hand sanitiser for guests and staff to use at a number of points throughout the centre, and our security and concierge teams will be available to help manage queuing.

"From 15th June, guests will be able to check which stores are open on our website and we will list FAQs there too.

"We’re looking forward to welcoming our guests back and will be fully compliant with government guidance at all times."