FASHION retail giant Matalan has revealed more of its plans for Hereford's former Debenhams shop.

A planning application has been submitted to Herefordshire Council for signs to be installed outside the shop, which Matalan plans to open this year.

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The Old Market branch of the department store Debenhams closed its doors for the final time in 2021, following the collapse of the renowned British department store business.

The British fashion and homeware retailer Matalan, will be taking over the downstairs retail area. The top floor is currently occupied by offices for Herefordshire-based online fashion retailer MandM Direct.

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Mike Truelove, chief executive of Hereford's Business Improvement District, has officially confirmed last month that the high street retailer will be joining the Old Market's current selection of stores, and will be taking over the currently vacant downstairs of the old Debenham's building.

Mr Truelove said they expected the store to be open "in time for Christmas".

The application says consent is sought for the advertisement signs from September 21.