Builders’ merchant opening up as some traders look to leave lockdown

THE Swansea branch of a national builders’ merchant has reopened its doors for the first time in two months.

Selco Builders Warehouse’s Swansea branch, which is based on Upper Fforest Way in Llansamlet, closed due to the coronavirus outbreak on Monday, March 23.

Tradespeople were given the chance to complete online orders for collections and deliveries from the branch a fortnight ago.

It has now been decided to allow customers into the branch for walk-in transactions, with strict social distancing guidelines in operation.

Chief executive Howard Luft said: “The health and safety of our customers and colleagues has been our No 1 priority throughout and we have taken a measured and responsible approach to reopening.

“We have had more than two weeks where customers could either use click and collect or click and deliver at Swansea and now we are in a position to continue offering those services but also open up the branch for customers in person.

“It’s an extremely difficult period for the entire country, but we are delighted to start the process of opening the doors to our branches.”

Social distancing measures inside branches will include a 2m gap being maintained between all individuals, no more than two customers being allowed to enter the branch together, a limit to the total number of customers allowed in a branch at any one time and protective safety screens around the trade counter and tills.

There will be clear markings to guide people on social distancing regulations.

The Swansea branch will open from 7am-5pm, Monday to Friday and 7am-1pm on a Saturday.