Conway Group and the NI based retail operator Henderson Group have today announced their agreement for the leasing by Henderson of the Conway Groups award winning Spar retail and forecourt outlets at Brackenvale, Saintfield Road Belfast and Magherafelt Road, Moneymore and their Vivo convenience store in Magherafelt.

This announcement comes as great news for both Conway Groups retail division, Merit Retail and Henderson Group.

Henderson Group owns and operates 70 stores, and supplies almost 400 throughout the province. A spokesperson explained: “We are delighted to confirm that these three prime retail sites will now be operating under the Henderson Group, Merit Retail have operated these sites to a first-class standard for many years, each serving a vital role in the communities. We look forward to continuing the model of excellence that has been set. Three extremely strong businesses, this deal comes as great news for our business.”

Merit Retail added they have worked tirelessly to build their businesses to the levels of success they are today and are delighted the Henderson Group, who have been involved in all three businesses since inception, have taken this opportunity to take over these three businesses at this time.

Both parties confirmed that current staff will be retained at each site. Merit Retail would also take this opportunity to thank all employees and customers for their loyalty and support over the years.