BUDGET store, Aldi, is opening its doors to customers in Chipping Norton creating around 30 new jobs for locals.

The award winning supermarket, named WHICH? Best Supermarket of the Year 2015, opens on Thursday March 3 on its site in Banbury Road.

The development was approved by West Oxfordshire District Council's planning committee in May 2014.

An Aldi spokesperson said: “We are really excited to be opening our brand new store for Chipping Norton. Our store will boost the local economy and help assist shoppers achieve real value for money when undertaking their weekly shop.”

He added: “Aldi has already started the recruitment process to ensure the store opens on time with a talented team, however we are still seeking applications from motivated individuals ahead of the store opening next month. I would urge all those interested in joining our brand new Chipping Norton team in March to apply via our website – www.aldirecruitment.co.uk.”