A supermarket chain wants to open a new store in Sussex.

Aldi has revealed plans for its first shop in Haywards Heath which will create up to 40 jobs.

The company said the scheme will see a £7 million investment into the local economy.

There will be 97 car parking spaces including five accessible spaces and five parent and child spaces as well as four electric vehicle charging points.

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Landscaping will be incorporated around the site to improve its appearance.

A consultation has now been launched on plans for the 1,290 sqm store.

People can view the proposals and give their feedback at aldiconsultation.co.uk/haywardsheath.

There will also be an in-person event on October 24 between 3pm and 7pm at Haywards Heath Town Hall.

Rob McClellan, Aldi real estate director, said: “We are thrilled to bring forward plans for a new Aldi store in Haywards Heath, the first in the town.

“We encourage residents to participate in our virtual consultation or attend our public exhibition to learn more about the scheme and share their views.”