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Specsavers opens new optical store in Rawtenstall

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 1
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What happened

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Specsavers opened a new store in Rawtenstall on September 26, 2026, located in Bank Street. The store provides eye tests, contact lens fittings, and advanced OCT scans, alongside dedicated hearing care services. The new location is led by directors Claire Watters, Mahmoud Moustafa, and Faisal Ahmed.

From lancashiretelegraph.co.uk

Why it matters

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The opening represents a physical expansion of Specsavers' retail presence in Rawtenstall. This expansion allows the company to offer a wider range of optical and hearing services to the local community.

Specsavers is currently expanding its business into Australia. Research has also identified a lack of safety knowledge concerning Specsavers.

From lancashiretelegraph.co.uk

Who's involved

  • SpecsaversBritish optical retail chain opening a new location in Rawtenstall
  • RawtenstallTown where Specsavers established its new retail store
  • Faisal AhmedDirector of Specsavers involved in the new store opening
  • Mahmoud MoustafaOphthalmic director of Specsavers involved in the new store opening

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • Mahmoud MoustafaSpeculative

    Mahmoud Moustafa might see his role as an ophthalmic director contribute to the company's increased revenue from the new location.

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The entities involved

  • Specsavers

    British optical retail chain

    Nothing else this week.

  • Rawtenstall

    town at the centre of the Rossendale Valley, in Lancashire, England

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Coverage

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