A Matalan branch in Smethwick is to reopen after it was forced to shut following a fire. More than 50 firefighters battled a huge blaze at a former cinema complex on Windmill Lane on May 5. The incident saw Windmill Lane and the shopping centre closed as crews tackled the fire for hours.
Local roads and shops at the complex later reopened but the Matalan remained closed. A spokeswoman for the fashion and homeware shop, said it would be welcoming back customers on Saturday, July 20. READ MORE: Medical practice admits failing to correctly warn of Covid vaccine risks following graduate's death There were no casualties or injuries in the incident which caused widespread gridlock for hours.
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