LIKE many retailers, Wickes closed its stores in March in line with the coronavirus lockdown.
However, the DIY store announced it will start to reopen across the UK in the next couple of weeks.
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So far, the home improvement retailer has trialled opening six stores across the country to see how social distancing would be met and now plans to open more in phases.
Residents were only able to pick up goods through its click and collect service and home deliveries.
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When will stores reopen?
Branches will open in two phases which will be rolled out in the next couple of weeks.
Today, 106 stores across the UK will open its doors to customers.
On May 18, a further 108 branches will be open which will mean all stores will be open again within a week.
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