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Lidl set to take over Wickford Co-op site without residential flats

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 9 Oct, 05:13 · Archive

Lidl is poised to redevelop Wickford's vacant former Co-op store without adding residential flats to the site.

Lidl is poised to take over Wickford's former Co-op site in a deal with Basildon Council and site owner Heriot UK. The site on Golden Jubilee Way has been vacant since 2022. The latest proposal involves a supermarket only, ending what has been described as one of the borough's longest-running planning sagas after years of stalled deals.

Residents say the absence of residential flats in this proposal is welcome news. Rachel Voller, who launched a petition demonstrating the town's demand for a new supermarket, said the lack of additional flats would reduce strain on local services and traffic. She added that although Lidl may not be the most popular choice, it offers quality food at affordable prices.

Residents have welcomed the news cautiously, however, saying they will wait for building works to begin before celebrating. Basildon Council's cabinet is expected to discuss the agreement's details.

Lidl set to take over Wickford Co-op site without residential flats
Image: Echo (Basildon)

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In this story: Wickford · Lidl · Basildon Council · Heriot UK · Rachel Voller · Aldi

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