LONG-STANDING customer Eric Cooper was asked to perform the opening ceremony for a new-look store in Marsden.
War veteran Mr Cooper, 92, who wore his medals for the occasion, cut the ribbon to open the Your Local Boots Pharmacy at the former Alliance Pharmacy, at Peel Street.
Those attending the event included Mr Cooper’s grand-daughter, Marie Cooper, who works as a pharmacy assistant at the store.
The revamp follows the merger of Boots and Alliance Pharmacy to create one of the UK’s biggest retailers in the healthcare sector.
The Marsden store is one of more than 700 to be renamed across the country.
Improvements include a wide range of beauty products, a bright new layout and private consultation areas.
Customers can also join Boots Health Club and receive personalised advice and information on a range of health topics.
Store manager Bongi Moyo said: “Marsden will see the very best of community pharmacy in its new store.
“We are delighted to be able to offer even better healthcare services and a fantastic new range of products.”
