Lidl to invest £500m to support plans for 40 new stores
- Lidl announced plans in 2025 to invest £500 million to open 40 new stores across the UK, including London and affluent areas.
- This expansion follows Lidl's drive to increase presence in exclusive London neighborhoods previously dominated by competitors like Waitrose and Tesco.
- Lidl is targeting upscale locations such as Knightsbridge, Mayfair, and Soho and expects to create new jobs and support local suppliers.
- Richard Taylor, Lidl GB’s chief real estate officer, described the investment as a strong demonstration of the company’s commitment to growth.
- The investment is expected to support Lidl’s growth toward 1,000 UK stores and aligns with government planning reforms facilitating faster development.
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Plans for several new supermarkets in town as part of £500m expansion
Several new Lidl stores could be opening in Swindon as part of a £500m expansion investment.
·Swindon, United Kingdom
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