TWO new shops have opened in Chester’s Grosvenor Shopping Centre.

American Candy opened on Wednesday (June 20) while the Card Factory opened its doors today (Friday, June 22).

Bosses at the centre say the new additions have provided a jobs boost for the area.

Centre Manager Julie Webb said: “We are delighted to welcome two new stores to Grosvenor Shopping Centre.

“We look forward to seeing Card Factory grow and can’t wait to see shoppers enjoying the sweet treats that American Candy have to offer.”

A Card Factory representative added: “With over 900 stores in both the UK and Ireland, we are looking forward to opening our latest store in Chester and sharing exclusive ranges”.

And Mohammad Asad, manager at American Candy, said: “We are greatly excited to share the American Candy experience with the City of Chester and look forward to surprising shoppers of all ages with our confectionary.”