TSA Planning Lidl Dromore Development

Summary In summary, this proposal provides for substantial community and economic benefits. The investment in this store alone will be in the region of £8 Million. Lidl Northern Ireland delivers substantial local investment, employment, supply chain support, and community initiatives across the region:- • Procured £557 million from local suppliers and business partners in FY24/25; • 1,300 direct employees; • Projected from 2032 onward, to generate £835 million total annual GVA, supporting approximately 2,372 permanent jobs, £67 million in annual wages, and £17 million in annual income tax revenue; • Pledged £500,000 over three years (launched late 2024) to support Age NI; • Invested over £400,000 in its Sport for Good program; • Local Grants of £25,000 funding grassroots environmental projects across all six counties; • Operates on 100% green electricity across all stores and distribution facilities; • First retailer in the UK & Ireland to hit RIBA 2025 embodied carbon targets ahead of schedule; • Since 2017 redistributes over 3 million surplus meal equivalents to local charities; • Operates Waste Not fruit & vegetable boxes and achieved Gold ‘Road to Zero Waste’ accreditation. • Impact in Co down • Number of stores: 11 • Number of employees: More than 270 • Local suppliers and business partners: More than 60 • Value of goods procured from County Down suppliers: £13 million • FoodCloud partnership: Donated 58,000 meals in 2025 to 53 individual charities across the county • Green Fund Winner 2025: Newcastle Harbour Heritage Association, Co. Down - £4,200 • Launching a community Repair Café will help residents repair and reuse everyday items, all while reducing landfill waste, saving money, and strengthening local sustainability efforts. • Impact: Encouraging practical climate action and community connection. • “Our Repair Café will reduce waste, save money and bring people together around sustainable living.” Shona Collins, Newcastle Harbour Heritage Association