HADDINGTON’S new Aldi store will open its doors to customers in the second half of the year.

The supermarket giant has confirmed it plans to open several new stores in Scotland during 2021, which will see the number of stores across the country reach 100.

The new East Lothian store will be based at Gateside Commerce Park on the town’s western edge and will replace its existing store off Whittingehame Drive, which will close.

Aldi also plans to create a further 600 jobs, including 150 roles in its new stores, in a boost to local communities throughout the country.

Richard Holloway, regional managing director for Scotland, said: “During an unprecedented year, our Aldi colleagues and thousands of suppliers rose to the challenge of feeding the nation with tremendous skill and courage.

“As we look forward to 2021, our commitment to investment and expansion in Scotland continues, and we are excited be to opening a further four Aldi stores during the year, and of course reaching our significant 100th store milestone.

“While our focus very much remains in bricks and mortar shopping, the launch of our Click & Collect service in Scotland is perhaps one of our most significant initiatives yet, expanding our existing eCommerce business to bring our full range of groceries online for the first time.”