Mayor of the West Midlands Andy Street has explained the crucial role of the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) in kickstarting the new £11million Sheldon Retail Park.
The Mayor, a retail champion and former CEO of John Lewis, said the WMCA provided £7.35million to ensure derelict the two-acre site could be developed.
He spoke at the official opening of the new Marks & Spencer Foodhall today (Wednesday Sept 25), which completes the retail park on the A45 Coventry Road.
It’s hoped more than 200 jobs will be created at the park, which also features B&M Bargains and The Gym.
