The unit has been empty since October after the retailer's collapse.

Residents are enthusiastic over plans for a redundant branch of Wilko to be turned into a construction college.

Former Wilko workers created an online support group when the retailer collapsed in 2023.

The discount retailer moves into a former Wilko shop that closed in October last year.

Bosses say former Wilko workers will be given priority when applying for jobs.

The company has confirmed it will open or relocate numerous stores across the UK.

Lisa Wilkinson, who is also the granddaughter of the chain's founder, said she had let people down.

Lisa Wilkinson says she is "devastated" that Wilko has let down its former workers, their suppliers and customers.