United Kingdom's number one value department store, Matalan, has made its entry into UAE market, opening its first store at the Arabian Center Mall today. Mr. Guy Warrington, HM Consul General - British Embassy, Dubai, officially launched the store at a grand event, attended by dignitaries and high profile people of the city-state.

Mr. Alistair McGeorge, CEO Matalan, said: "The Arabian Center offers Matalan a great opening into the UAE market. As one of UK's fastest growing retail brands, we are very positive about the brand's reception here."