Aldi asks shoppers where they would like to see new stores as supermarket to open 'hundreds' more

Aldi has revealed its plans to open "hundreds" of new stores across the UK and has asked for the public's input in a new "nationwide initiative." The budget supermarket is calling on the nation to help it identify where in Britain needs new Aldi stores most.

The areas which have the most suggestions will then be considered as part of Aldi’s commitment to build hundreds of new stores across Britain.

The retailer currently has more than 1,000 stores and the initiative is part of its commitment to continue working towards its long-term target of over 1,500 stores across the UK.

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Those wanting to put their town forward to be considered should contact the supermarket by emailing NextNewStore@Aldi.co.uk, clearly stating their postcode and why they believe their area needs a new Aldi store.

Aldi is asking for suggestions to be submitted by May 31, with the supermarket planning to update customers on the results and its latest priority ‘wish list’ later this year.

Jonathan Neale, Managing Director of National Real Estate at Aldi UK, said: “We want to make high-quality food accessible to all, but there are still some areas that either don’t have an Aldi or have potential for more stores.

“We’ve identified some key places where there is demand for more stores already, but now we are calling on the public to share their views. This will be used to help inform our property search over the coming years.”

The news comes as Lidl announced earlier this week its plans to open hundreds more stores including 72 sites in Greater Manchester and is also on the hunt for suitable locations.

The supermarket chain stated that this follows a