Co-op to create 1000 local jobs as it seeks to launch over 65 stores

// Co-op to open over 3 stores a week until December
// The retailer plans to invest £130m into its stores and create up to 1000 local jobsCo-op has said it will launch more than three stores a week until December to serve new neighbourhoods as part of major expansion plans.
The convenience retailer will launch over 65 stores new and extended stores, with more than 100 further outlets receiving major makeovers.
The initiative is part of a £130 million store investment programme creat