Lidl confirms new store to open later this year

News of the plan was revealed by the Portadown Times early last year when Ms Lockhart welcomed the planned relocation to the High Street Mall creating new jobs as part of a £4million investment.

Ms Lockhart said: “Consumers always want more and more choice and there is no doubt the addition of Lidl to the local supermarket offering has helped provide that choice.

“Building upon their already very busy and successful store in Portadown, it is welcome news we are now at a stage that Lidl can confirm their new store will be open in 2020.

“I have been working alongside the company to reach this end and it is very welcome news for the people of Portadown and surrounding area. Portadown offers a tremendous trading platform for any business and clearly Lidl recognise this with their continued investment.”