Discount retailer Dealz is to open two new stores in Bandon and Killarney, creating 55 jobs.

Dealz now has 56 stores nationwide, and recently celebrated its fifth year of trading in Ireland.

It opened its first store here back in September 2011.

The new outlet in Bandon will be located in the Riverside Shopping Centre, while the Killarney store will be at Deepark Retail Park.

Both will be open from Saturday, November 26th.

Dealz country manager, Darren Jones said: "We are delighted to be further expanding the Dealz portfolio in Ireland with our new stores opening in Bandon and Killarney.

"At Dealz, we are committed to bringing amazing value every day to customers with our €1.50 price point and are looking forward to bringing an extensive range of products, offering amazing value to our new customers."