Co-op to sell its store in Sidley
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As part of its strategy of refocusing its store estate on a convenience, own-brand led shopping experience, the Co-op Group will sell a number of its smaller branches to McColl’s for £117m, subject to approval from the CMA and McColl’s shareholders.
The stores, with an average size of 1,700 sq ft, will continue to trade immediately after handover, which is expected from November 2016, and all members of staff will transfer to McColl’s.
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Steve Murrells, CEO of Co-op Food, said: “The Co-op Food business continues to move forward with a clear momentum and purpose to deliver a compelling and convenient shopping experience for our millions of customers and members.
“This announcement is completely in line with our strategy, as these stores did not allow us to provide a sufficiently compelling own-brand offer for our members going forwards.
“The proceeds will be re-invested to drive sustainable growth for our members and I’m delighted that all 3,808 colleagues will transfer to McColl’s on the same terms and conditions.”
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