Regeneration of former Tesco site in Bedlington town centre stalls

The redevelopment of Bedlington town centre has stalled while final sign-off from the key tenant is awaited, following the completion of ground works.

And a warning has been issued that if no word is received soon then other interested parties will be sounded out.

Advance Northumberland is leading in the delivery of the major regeneration project focused around the town's former Tesco site.

The Northumberland County Council-owned development company, which replaced Arch, describes the scheme as an "opportunity to reposition Bedlington as a retail destination, improving amenities and giving local people greater choice".

Tolent, Advance Northumberland's appointed contractor, has recently completed an enabling package of works to prepare the site for construction.

However, the actual development can only start once the anchor tenant formally commits to the scheme.