The UK’s fourth-biggest supermarket is asking the nation to help it identify where it needs new Aldi stores most.

The retailer currently has over 1,000 stores—including around eight in Northumberland—and is committed to achieving its long-term target of over 1,500 stores across the UK.

When we posted the article, our comment section exploded with suggestions.

The majority of residents in Tynedale called for Haltwhistle to be one of the new sites, with many people, such as Adrian Leadbitter, saying it needed it 'as soon as possible'.

Bruiser Youngs Harris also suggested Hexham and to put one in the old Robbies department store in the centre of Hexham.

Other suggestions came from Graeme Harrison, who suggested Ponteland and Throckley.

Those wanting to put their town forward to be considered should contact the supermarket by emailing NextNewStore@Aldi.co.uk, clearly stating their postcode and why they believe their area needs a new Aldi store - suggestions to be submitted by 31st May 2024.