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Article: Tesco Express plan - shops fear impact on Felpham.
- Article from:
- Bognor Observer (Bognor Regis, England)
- Article date:
- July 24, 2008
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Formal plans have been revealed for a new Tesco store in Felpham.
The retail giant wants to open its latest Express outlet on the site of the current Richmond Hyundai car showroom and service centre.
The company has submitted its proposals to Arun District Council for a decision.
Fears about the prospect of Tesco gaining another presence in the area has united surrounding post office owners at Felpham, Summerley, Middleton and Elmer Beach.
They are protesting about the impact of the proposed stores and warned the area's shops could become just another carcase which the big supermarkets have fed upon.
They said: "We are sure ...