Host of new brands join line-up at The Centre

The Centre in Livingston has attracted the signatures of a host of new brands, including Hotel Chocolat, New Look, Specsavers and Schuh Kids.

The shopping centre is one of the largest in Scotland.

Hotel Chocolat has signed a five-year lease on a 1,433 square foot unit, while New Look is set move into a larger, 10,700 square foot space in early 2020.

Specsavers will be relocating to a 3,502 square foot unit, with Schuh expanding its current store into the old Specsavers unit once vacant, enabling the retailer to introduce its Schuh Kids offering to the shopping centre.

The Centre has attracted a record 16.6 million visitors in the past 12 months, marking an increase of 8.3% on last year.

Sharon Bloodworth, director of shopping centre asset management at Hines, said: “At a time of disruption in retail, The Centre is bucking the national trend, with retailers seeing record footfall and introducing new ranges. Livingston’s population continues to grow, and our retailers are successfully combining their digital and physical stores, with more than 40 retailers offering click and collect services at The Centre.”