Kieran Smyth – Usdaw Area Organiser says: “Securing the future of the company under new owners is welcome news for Asda workers in Northern Ireland, after years of uncertainty. This has been a worrying time for our members, particularly after the merger with Sainsbury’s was blocked by the Competition and Markets Authority last year.

“Our initial contact with company has been positive. We look forward to working with the new owners to grow the business and secure jobs of our members.”

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