Washington Galleries remains open during coronavirus outbreak with extra cleaning measures in place

Washington Galleries has confirmed that it currently remains open for business during the coronavirus outbreak as increased cleaning measures are put in place at the centre.
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Shoppers will be able to visit the shopping complex during its regular trading hours of 9am to 5.30pm Monday to Saturday, and from 10am to 4pm on Sundays.

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The Galleries has confirmed that it remains open but with “enhanced cleaning regimes” in place, which focus on areas such as lift buttons and door handles.

The Galleries shopping centre at Washington.The Galleries shopping centre at Washington.
The Galleries shopping centre at Washington.

Customers are urged to wash their hands on entering the premises and to cover their faces using the crook of their elbow when coughing or sneezing.

Before setting off to the Galleries, shoppers are asked to check retailers’ social media channels and websites for news on individual store closure due to the changing situation.

A spokeswoman for the Galleries, Washington said: “In line with Public Health England (PHE) guidelines our centre remains open.

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“The safety of our staff, retailers and shoppers is our first priority and we are monitoring PHE and World Health Organisation (WHO) updates closely.

“As the situation evolves, we will update our health and safety measures in line with their recommendations.

“To combat any potential spread of COVID-19, we have implemented enhanced cleaning regimes of regular touch points such as lift buttons, door handles and hand sanitisers and increased the frequency of deep cleaning in high footfall areas, such as public conveniences.

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“As you will understand, the situation is evolving quickly so published opening hours may vary among retailers and change at short notice.

“If you are visiting the centre, we would be grateful if you could use hand washing facilities when you enter the premises so we can keep on top of germs and if you sneeze or cough, please do so in the crook of your elbow as per the guidelines.