The Co-op has opened its latest store in Balham following a £620K investment.

The store, located at Balham High Street Road, will provide 20 full and part time jobs and offer customers a range of goods including an in-store bakery and Costa Coffee machine.

Rob McManus, Co-op store manager said: “We are delighted to have undertaken such a significant investment in Balham and are very proud to be part of this community.”

The store, which opened on June 14, brings a funding boost locally through Co-op’s Membership scheme, with members receiving a 5% reward on the purchase of own-brand products and services, with Co-op donating a further 1% to causes.

To mark the launch, there are offers and promotions around the store and students in the area holding an NUS card can receive 10% discount off their shopping.

Lisa Boyce, Co-op area manager, added: “The Co-op is moving forward with a clear purpose and momentum, and our ambition is to ensure the store is a local hub for people living in the area.

“We also want shoppers to know that they can become a co-owner and member of their Co-op. Our members make a difference locally and simply by swiping their membership card when they shop with us, they are raising much needed funding for organisations who contribute to improving local life.”