Earlier this year, residents had the chance to share their views on the proposed Aldi branch adjacent to Lake’s Spithead Business Centre.
According to Aldi, 83% of the 525 responses to the planning application were supportive of the scheme.
The plans have now been approved by the Isle of Wight council.
Warner: “Delighted”
Aldi property director, Phillip Warner, said,
“We are delighted that planning officers have taken the decision to approve this application, as we believe there is a real need to see improved customer choice and competition in the area.
“Our plans have been overwhelmingly well-received locally and we’d like to thank those who provided us with their feedback and made their support known to the council.”
40 new jobs
The new 1,140 square metre store will create 40 new full and part-time jobs.
Opening its first store in the UK in 1990, Aldi has more than 500 branches across the UK and over 7,000 across Europe, North America and Australia.
Image: © Image of similar store by ALDI
