Menu
08/03/2010
Plans Submitted For Dundonald Sainsbury's
National supermarket, Sainsbury's has submitted plans for a 60,000 sq ft store in east Belfast - with some 200 new jobs expected as a result.
It is to be located at the disused Rolls Royce Factory on the Upper Newtownards Road in Dundonald, Co Antrim.
If successful, the store will create in the region of 500 full and part time jobs on opening and approximately 250 during the construction period.
The store, complete with a six-pump petrol station, a café and 550 parking spaces is part of a wider plan to regenerate the entire 19-acre site. Plans also include a 120-bedroom Hotel with restaurant/bar, creating more than 200 additional jobs in the area.
Chris Templeman, Head of Property Development at Sainsbury's said: "We are delighted to have reached the planning stage for a new state of the art Sainsbury’s in Dundonald.
"If successful, not only will the scheme as a whole provide more than 700 jobs throughout the process but it also shows a great commitment by us and the developers to the Northern Ireland economy and the emerging economic recovery.
"This store is part of Sainsbury’s wider pledge to significantly expand our portfolio of stores in Northern Ireland.
"We are very much looking forward to offering shoppers in Dundonald and the wider east Belfast and Ards area the choice quality and value customers across Northern Ireland currently experience at our other 12 stores. We have had useful discussions with Planning Service as part of Pre Application Discussions and we would encourage Planning Service to move as speedily as possible whilst recognising the economic and community benefits that this investment represents in the area in the current economic climate."
Stephen Bell of Lagmar Properties, who are promoting the wider scheme, added: "The planning stage is an extremely important part of the overall development process. We welcome the commitment Sainsbury’s is making to the local area. Together we are looking forward to creating many jobs and business opportunities at the site which has been in need of investment for a very long time."
(NS/BMCC)
It is to be located at the disused Rolls Royce Factory on the Upper Newtownards Road in Dundonald, Co Antrim.
If successful, the store will create in the region of 500 full and part time jobs on opening and approximately 250 during the construction period.
The store, complete with a six-pump petrol station, a café and 550 parking spaces is part of a wider plan to regenerate the entire 19-acre site. Plans also include a 120-bedroom Hotel with restaurant/bar, creating more than 200 additional jobs in the area.
Chris Templeman, Head of Property Development at Sainsbury's said: "We are delighted to have reached the planning stage for a new state of the art Sainsbury’s in Dundonald.
"If successful, not only will the scheme as a whole provide more than 700 jobs throughout the process but it also shows a great commitment by us and the developers to the Northern Ireland economy and the emerging economic recovery.
"This store is part of Sainsbury’s wider pledge to significantly expand our portfolio of stores in Northern Ireland.
"We are very much looking forward to offering shoppers in Dundonald and the wider east Belfast and Ards area the choice quality and value customers across Northern Ireland currently experience at our other 12 stores. We have had useful discussions with Planning Service as part of Pre Application Discussions and we would encourage Planning Service to move as speedily as possible whilst recognising the economic and community benefits that this investment represents in the area in the current economic climate."
Stephen Bell of Lagmar Properties, who are promoting the wider scheme, added: "The planning stage is an extremely important part of the overall development process. We welcome the commitment Sainsbury’s is making to the local area. Together we are looking forward to creating many jobs and business opportunities at the site which has been in need of investment for a very long time."
(NS/BMCC)
Related Northern Ireland Recruitment News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
13 November 2012
Dublin Firm To Create Over 100 Jobs
Labour Deputy Kevin Humphreys has welcomed news that a Dublin start-up company, Swrve, has secured a $6.25m US investment, and is planning to create over 100 jobs over the next two years. He said: "This is fantastic news for the city and further strengthens Dublin's reputation as an international technological hub.
Dublin Firm To Create Over 100 Jobs
Labour Deputy Kevin Humphreys has welcomed news that a Dublin start-up company, Swrve, has secured a $6.25m US investment, and is planning to create over 100 jobs over the next two years. He said: "This is fantastic news for the city and further strengthens Dublin's reputation as an international technological hub.
24 January 2011
Robinson Check Out New Tesco Jobs
A multi-million pound investment by leading supermarket chain, Tesco has created their largest store in Northern Ireland employing a total of 377 people - and offering a 'greener' construction plan that will reduce energy consumption.
Robinson Check Out New Tesco Jobs
A multi-million pound investment by leading supermarket chain, Tesco has created their largest store in Northern Ireland employing a total of 377 people - and offering a 'greener' construction plan that will reduce energy consumption.
10 September 2015
FG Hails Action Plan For Jobs
"The fact that 91% of the 126,000 jobs added to the economy since the launch of the Action Plan for Jobs are full-time, is extremely encouraging and an indication of a strong economy, that is growing," Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick, has announced.
FG Hails Action Plan For Jobs
"The fact that 91% of the 126,000 jobs added to the economy since the launch of the Action Plan for Jobs are full-time, is extremely encouraging and an indication of a strong economy, that is growing," Fine Gael TD for Louth, Peter Fitzpatrick, has announced.
16 March 2011
Jobs 'Lost' As Booze Ruling Halts Asda Store
One of the world's largest supermarket groups has abandoned plans to open a second store in the north Belfast area - because it has been refused permission to sell alcohol.
Jobs 'Lost' As Booze Ruling Halts Asda Store
One of the world's largest supermarket groups has abandoned plans to open a second store in the north Belfast area - because it has been refused permission to sell alcohol.
04 February 2009
Jobs Boost As Details Of Flagship Asda Store Emerge
Supermarket chain Asda has released further details of its £25m flagship store proposed for Co Antrim. Around 400 jobs will be created at the supermarket, as well as much-needed construction work for the local sector. Designs for the development, located at the Junction One Retail Park, were approved by the planning authority last month.
Jobs Boost As Details Of Flagship Asda Store Emerge
Supermarket chain Asda has released further details of its £25m flagship store proposed for Co Antrim. Around 400 jobs will be created at the supermarket, as well as much-needed construction work for the local sector. Designs for the development, located at the Junction One Retail Park, were approved by the planning authority last month.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A mostly cloudy start with scattered showers, the showers becoming more isolated and largely confined to the south this morning. Becoming brighter this afternoon, the best of any sunnier spells across northern counties. Northerly winds easing. Maximum temperature 12 °C.Tonight:A dry evening with late sunny spells and some long clear spells overnight. Becoming cloudier across the north towards dawn with a few showers possible. Touch of frost in south. Minimum temperature 0 °C.
