New stores set to open in 2024 will create over 1,500 new jobs across the country, with further job opportunities in its current stores, Regional Distribution Centres, and UK offices. Covirán also claims to have consolidated its position as one of the leading local chains in the food sector in this period. The final three Veggie Pret stores, in London and Manchester, will switch to normal Prets by the end of this month. Residents of the village Siblingen can now access a takeaway offer of hot and cold snacks and salads at the local SPAR store. Source: spar-international.comJapan: Ito-Yokado supermarket chain to withdraw from Tohoku, Hokkaido regionsMajor supermarket chain Ito-Yokado is closing 17 stores in Japan, including all outlets in the country's north.

Source: The Guardian February 12, 2024 13:27 UTC