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Article: Rustington rush to oppose Tesco Express.
- Article from:
- Littlehampton Gazette (Littlehampton, England)
- Article date:
- April 24, 2008
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HUNDREDS of shoppers have signed a petition opposing supermarket giant Tesco's move into Rustington.
The multinational retailer is opening a Tesco Express convenience store in the former Co-op premises at Sterling Parade, The Street, in June, but its imminent arrival has sparked concerns that small traders could be badly affected, and that a late-night alcohol licence could lead to problems of teen drinking nearby.
However, a spokeswoman for Tesco Express said the new store could well boost trade in the village centre, adding that alcohol sales would be carefully monitored, with anyone looking under 21 asked to show proof of their age.
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