// Greggs is preparing to open news stores in Cornwall as part of its rapid expansion across the UK
// Boss Roisin curry said “the natural growth of the business from there means there are some parts of the country, such as in Cornwall and the South West, where we see more scope to open sites.”
Greggs has confirmed plans to expand its stores in Cornwall in a move which could face backlash from local pasty makers.
According to Sky News, chief executive Roisin Currie says the business is on track to open 150 new shops nationwide this year – with the possibility open even more if the right sites become available.
She added that the bakery giant is particularly interested in new sites in Cornwall and other areas in the South West of England.
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Currie said: “The opening strategy is going to plan and the new location in Cornwall is a key part of that,”
“Obviously we are a brand that started from the North and the natural growth of the business from there means there are some parts of the country, such as in Cornwall and the South West, where we see more scope to open sites.”
Greggs currently operates around 2,300 shops across the UK and is undergoing expansion plans to reach over 3,000 as part of its long-term growth strategy.
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