Retailer to create 250 new jobs across the South West

One of the UK’s best-know retailers has revealed plans to invest £8m in new stores across the South West that could create up to 250 jobs, a news report has found.

The retailer, which currently has 300 stores in the South West employing around 5,000 staff, plans to open at least ten new shops at sites in Somerset, Wiltshire, Devon, Dorset and Cornwall this year. Each would create 25 new full and part time jobs.

The Co-op will also spend £4m on 30 new funeral homes, creating an additional 60 new jobs.

Co-op Group chief executive Richard Pennycook said: "We are delighted to be making such a significant investment in the South West of England.

"New stores, more jobs, innovative partnerships with local suppliers and a £125m investment nationally in lowering the price of everyday essentials is great news for customers and communities across the South West and beyond. It’s a positive sign that we are getting on with the job of rebuilding the Co-op for our members."

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