New Aldi supermarket handed over ahead of store opening in Shropshire

A new Aldi supermarket has been handed over ahead of the store opening this week.

Shrewsbury-based developer Morris Property worked on the scheme at Ketley Point at the site of the old Shropshire Star head office and print works in Telford.

The budget supermarket will open on Thursday September 10 after undergoing a fitout project, creating around 40 new jobs.

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The Shropshire Star was housed on the site in Waterloo Road for more than half a century.

Liz Lowe, head of development at Morris Property, said: "We are proud to have handed over this important retail development at Ketley Point, transforming this well-known site into a modern, high-quality food store that will serve the local community well for years to come.

"This project not only supports job creation but demonstrates our commitment to investing in the region and delivering schemes that bring long-term economic and social value."

A spokesperson for Aldi added: "We are pleased to have taken handover of our new store at Ketley Point and look forward to opening.

"The new store represents a significant investment in Telford and will create up to 40 new local jobs while making it easier for local residents to access Aldi's award-winning range of high-quality, affordable groceries.

"We would like to thank Morris Property for delivering the completed building and look forward to welcoming customers."

The remainder of the Ketley Point site is being developed by Morris Property and includes a 45,898 sq ft distribution warehouse which due for completion later this year.