Tesco ⁤Ireland Celebrates 27 Years in Ballina with Major Store Renovation

Ballina, Co. Mayo ⁣- Tesco Ireland is marking a significant milestone, celebrating over 27 years of presence ⁢in the Ballina region with the grand unveiling of its newly renovated ⁤store. The extensive refurbishment promises‍ an enhanced shopping experience for the local community,reflecting Tesco’s deep commitment to Mayo.

A ‍Revamped Shopping experience for Ballina

Geoff Byrne, Tesco Ireland CEO, expressed his delight at the completion of the renovation. “This newly revamped store ⁢marks⁤ a significant milestone for Tesco as we celebrate more than 27 years of a presence in the region,” Byrne stated. “we’re proud to be part of the local community in Ballina and we are passionate about⁢ supporting brilliant local producers and helping to promote local businesses across County Mayo.”

The investment in the Ballina store underscores Tesco’s dedication to serving its customers⁣ with modern facilities and a wider selection ⁣of products, including those‍ from local suppliers.

Deep Roots in the Community:⁣ Tesco’s Commitment to Mayo

Tesco’s connection with the communities it serves runs deep, and its support for ⁤Mayo is a testament to this. The Tesco Community Fund has been instrumental in bolstering local initiatives, having supported thousands of organisations nationwide.

Supporting Local Projects and Organisations

in County⁣ Mayo alone, the impact of Tesco’s ‍support is ample. Since 2014, a⁤ remarkable 1,152 community projects have benefited from €465,000 in⁣ financial assistance. This⁣ funding⁢ has reached a diverse range of organisations, including:

Ballina Braves Basketball Club
Bumbleance
* ballina First ⁣Responders

These contributions highlight tesco’s role ⁤as a proactive partner in the progress and well-being of ‍the Mayo community.

Investing in⁢ the Future:‍ Tesco’s Stronger Starts Programmes

Beyond ‍community funding, tesco is actively⁣ investing in⁤ the health and education of children in ⁣Mayo through its innovative Stronger Starts programmes.

Fueling Young Minds and Bodies

Currently, children from seven schools across the ⁤county are receiving⁢ free weekly packs of fresh fruit and vegetables⁢ throughout the school term.⁤ This initiative aims to promote healthy eating habits⁣ from an early‍ age.

looking ahead, Tesco is set to launch “Stronger⁤ Starts‍ cooks,” ⁣a new educational program designed to teach children about healthy eating and cooking skills. Children from⁤ one local school will soon be selected to participate in this exciting initiative, further cementing Tesco’s commitment to the younger⁤ generation in Mayo.

Published: 18 jul 2025, 2:36 PM