Jobs boost in Dudley as new food store opens doors
The Mayor of Dudley opened a new food store today which has created 47 new jobs in the borough.
Company Shop Dudley, on Castle Mill, Birmingham New Road, was officially opened by Councillor David Stanley this morning.
The store will offer top brand food and goods at discounted prices.
Key workers, school and council workers, and families on benefits can become members at the store. Membership is free and is open to almost all key workers. The firm has also extended membership to those in receipt of means tested benefits, including families with children receiving free school meals.
Company Shop work on the basis of avoiding waste by taking surplus food and goods from other stores and selling it at an average of half price.
None of the food is past its sell-by date, and the company says there are many reasons why goods become surplus – including overstocking and incorrect or ‘wonky’ labelling and seasonal packaging.
Councillor Stanley said: "I was delighted to be able to attend the official opening of Company Shop, a fantastic supermarket which is going to be a very welcome addition to our borough.
"I believe around 8,000 people have already signed up to be members. Innovative shops like this have become even more important with people struggling during the pandemic, and it will benefit a lot of people in the borough.
"I would encourage people who are eligible – including our own staff – to get signed up and go and have a look at the great offers."
Eligible individuals and families can sign up for a free membership card by visiting companyshopgroup.co.uk/apply-for-membership/company-shop
