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Hundreds of jobs to be created in Wigan by Poundland

Poundland is to build new multi-million pound distribution centre in Wigan.

A potential 800 jobs will be created by the site which will be located at South Lancs Industrial Estate in Ashton-in-Makerfield, subject to planning approval.

Councillor David Molyneux, Wigan Council’s cabinet member for economy, said: “This is fantastic news for Wigan Borough and shows why we are a major player in the creation of a Northern Powerhouse.

“We are very pro-business at Wigan Council and have worked closely with the developer db symmetry and Poundland to ensure that the plans come to fruition.

“Major investments in the borough are crucial to the local economy and will enable our local residents to access good quality jobs and new opportunities.”

The development will create a wide range of skilled jobs both full-time and part-time as well as apprenticeships.

Wigan was chosen by Poundland over two other areas in the North West to secure the investment.

Poundland is the largest single price value retailer in the UK and turnover this year exceeded £1 billion.

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