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Wickes opening new Dunfermline store after Homebase closure

The home improvement is set to open its first Fife shop.

Wickes home improvement store sign.
Wickes is eyeing a move into Dunfermline. Image: Maureen McLean/Shutterstock

Wickes is set to open a new Dunfermline store.

The home improvement chain is planning to open in the Homebase unit at Halbeath Retail Park.

Wickes has confirmed that employees will remain in their roles when it takes over the shop.

Homebase will close for good on Saturday.

David Wood, Chief Executive of Wickes, announced the chain has taken over four new stores across the country.

He said: “We are delighted to be acquiring these former Homebase stores and welcoming all colleagues currently working there into the Wickes family.

“The acquisition of these four stores is a further boost to our ambitious store opening programme as we look to grow the Wickes brand, helping even more customers with their home improvement projects so they can feel house proud.”

Wickes advertising Dunfermline job vacancies

Wickes has been advertising for roles in Dunfermline, including a store manager vacancy and an assistant manager position.

An assistant manager position for Dunfermline, posted on the firm’s website, says the job will be “based in the Fife area long-term, but will begin in Edinburgh, Stirling, or Perth”.

The assistant manager listing, posted on February 22, says: “You will have experience in running the show in a fast-paced, customer-facing environment and be someone who can handle the variety that each day at Wickes brings.

“You will be highly organised with a passion for ensuring our customers receive the best service we can deliver, all whilst inspiring and leading your team.”

Homebase in Dunfermline. Image: Neil Henderson/DC Thomson

Shopfitters have begun dismantling some of the fixtures at Homebase ahead of its closure.

The outdoor garden centre area is already shut.

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