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More than 400 local staff will head back to work this week on Opera Lane, as Cork’s premier fashion district reopens for the first time in six weeks.

Skechers, New Look, Topshop and Topman are reopening on Wednesday, December 2nd, with high street favourites Tommy Hilfiger, GAP, River Island, H&M, Topshop (updated info on refunds here), Office and Next already open.

Specsavers and CompuB are ready and waiting for an influx of shoppers, while Starbucks is waiting to supply Truffle Deluxe Hot Chocolates and coffee to thirsty bargain-hunters.

Therapie will be open from 8am until 9pm daily so you can drop in for pre-Christmas treatments or pick up vouchers and skincare products.

Face masks are mandatory in all stores and recommended during busy periods outside on Opera Lane for the coming weeks too.

For a full list of opening hours for all Opera Lane stores, visit operalane.ie/opening-hours.