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Co-op just made a new investment

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24th Aug 17 10:04 am

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The Co-op is investing ยฃ2.2 million in the region by opening brand new stores in Chelmsford, Walthamstow and Hornchurch, which together will create 50 jobs for local people.ย 

Chelmsfordโ€™s new store, situated on New Street, is set to open its doors on Thursday 31 August, whilst Walthamstowโ€™s Co-op on Blackhorse Lane will launch on Thursday 7 September. Hornchurchโ€™s Co-op on Station parade will be the last of the trio to launchย on Thursday 14 September.

All will have a focus on fresh, healthy foods, meal ideas and everyday essentials. They will also deliver a funding boost for local community groups through the Co-opโ€™s new membership scheme. Members receive a five per cent reward on purchases of Co-op own-branded products and services, with a further one per cent going to local causes to make a difference in the community.ย 

Peter Batt, divisional managing director for the Co-op, said:ย โ€œWe are delighted to have made such a significant investment in the Greater London and Essex area by opening three brand new stores. The Co-op is moving forward with a clear purpose and momentum and our ambition is to establish all of our stores as a local hub, a real asset for the community.

โ€œThe return to our โ€˜clover leafโ€™ design logo โ€“ first used in the 1960โ€™s – aims to re-establish the Co-op as a centre for the community, and we want shoppers to know that they can become a co-owner and member of their Co-op. Our members have an opportunity to make a difference locally and by using their membership card when they shop with us they will raise much needed funding for organisations who contribute to improving local life.โ€

There are offers and promotions in and around the new and improved stores to mark their launch. And students in the region who hold an NUS card will receive a 10 per cent discount off their groceries in the store. ย 

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