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Co-op to open its first franchise store in Wales

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Co-op is set to unveil its first franchise store in Wales this week (Thursday, 18 January) which is launching to serve and support the Parc Derwen community, Bridgend. The retailer said it is committed to growing its franchise business, with the model enabling the it…

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