B&M has confirmed that it will be opening a brand new bargains store in Shildon in a welcome boost to the local economy.
The store will create new jobs for local people at the former Morrisons site, located on Church Street.
The store, which will occupy the entire building which was previously shared by Morrisons and the Co-op, is currently undergo a comprehensive internal and external refurbishment programme and will open its doors for the first time on Thursday 25th February at 9am.
B&M is one of the UK’s fastest growing retailers and customers can expect to find a wide variety of branded and own label products including toys, food and drink, home ware, pet products, health and beauty and seasonal ranges.
A spokesperson for B&M said: “We’re feeling really positive about the creation of new jobs for local people and we hope customers are going to be delighted with their new store.
“We are all really excited to get the doors open and welcome our new customers through the door next month.”
A spokesperson for Shildon Town Council said: “Shildon Town Council is delighted to receive the news that a B&M store is to open in Shildon within the former Morrisons store.
“This will be a welcome boost to the economy of the town with the creation of new jobs for local people and bringing an empty retail unit back into use for the benefit of the people of Shildon and surrounding areas.”
New jobs at the store are yet to be advertised, but once applications open all available roles can be found on the B&M website at bmstores.co.uk/careers.
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