Supermarket giant Lidl looking to open two new stores in West Lothian

Debbie Hall
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Discount supermarket Lidl is to target two West Lothian sites as part of a ‘wish list’ for new stores -Credit:Getty Images
Discount supermarket Lidl is to target two West Lothian sites as part of a ‘wish list’ for new stores -Credit:Getty Images


Discount supermarket Lidl is to target two West Lothian sites as part of a ‘wish list’ for new stores.
The German company published a list of 67 Scottish locations in which it hopes to open new stores as part of massive expansion plans.

New units in Livingston and Linlithgow are included in the masterplan.
It comes as the discounter announces plans to open hundreds of new stores across Britain, includes locations in Craigshill in Livingston.
Richard Taylor, Lidl GB Chief Development Officer, said: “Having fortified our infrastructure with significant investments like Luton, which is the largest warehouse in the Lidl world, we’re proud to have achieved record market share this month. We have also been the fastest growing bricks and mortar supermarket for the past seven months in a row.

"With an exceptional store network and our laser focus on operational excellence, we’re welcoming more customers through our doors than ever before, which positions us perfectly for continued expansion.
“As we celebrate our 30th year, our commitment to ensuring that all households across the country have access to high quality produce at affordable prices is stronger than ever.

"We’re planning to open hundreds of new Lidl stores but ultimately see no ceiling on our ambition or growth potential.

"This is why we’re continuing to invest in new locations whilst exploring innovative routes to expansion. As we look ahead, we’re excited to welcome even more new shoppers to our existing stores, as well as those we’re planning to open across the country in the coming months and years.”

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