Aldi announces multi-billion pound commitment to British suppliers
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Aldi's own press office states the retailer will invest GBP 5bn through long-term agreements with UK suppliers across fruit, vegetables, dairy, meat and eggs, including a GBP 1.1bn commitment to British egg production.
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- Aldi UK
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- 28 May 2026
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- 17 Sept 2026
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