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Tesco want new site
Tesco are front runners to make a bid for a new store on the Edgar Street Grid site, to replace its existing store which is only 100 metres away but with poor access, according to local media.
A Tesco spokesman said: “We are certainly interested in getting a greater presence in Hereford.”
It is understood that there have already been approaches by the UK supermarket group to the council.
Former leader of the council Terry James has been quoted as saying: "I think it is a very sad day for Hereford. We have seven supermarkets at present and all we are going to offer is another."
However if Tesco are chosen this will not add to the number as they will close the existing store in Bewell Street. Former Bulls director, and now deputy leader of Herefordshire Council George Hyde said: "This is the most exciting project Hereford has had in a long time."
Last week's council cabinet meeting approved the idea of a supermarket on the site as it would bring much needed finance to the project. Tesco is bound to be favourite for the site but the council has said that it wants a fair and open competition to maximise the price.
