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Rachel Butler

Largest Foot Locker store in Ireland to open in the Ilac Shopping Centre

Foot Locker are set to open their largest store in Ireland in the Ilac Shopping Centre.

The store, measuring 13,000 sq ft, will be near the main entrance facing out to Henry Street. It is hoped that the store will bring a new fresh look and vibrancy to the shopping centre, as well as a younger shopping demographic.

John Lowry, director of real estate at Foot Locker Europe, said: "“Ireland is very much a market we would like to improve our presence, subject to positioning ourselves in the right locations and at the right terms. We are delighted to support Irish jobs and the local economy in Ireland.”

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The retailer has also decided to renew its contract with Swords Pavilions, with a relocation in the shopping centre to a new 4,800 square feet space on the ground floor.

Connor Owens, managing director at asset management for Ireland & Scotland Hammerson, the owners of the Ilac, said: “Harnessing our placemaking and operational expertise, it will also further enhance The Ilac consumer experience and widen the range of top retail brands on offer.

"Foot Locker’s relocation and renewed commitment in Swords Pavilions also highlights both the growing national demand for this athleisure brand, as well as Hammerson’s unrivalled ability to connect top brands with strong consumer demand across our destinations."

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