Supermarket giant Aldi is appealing to suppliers in the county to join its ranks.

The firm has announced plans to recruit more than 100 extra British supplier during 2022 and says those based in Kent who want to work with the supermarket should get in touch.

Aldi has already pledged to increase its spend with British suppliers by £3.5 billion a year by the end of 2025.

And it says it's keen to hear from new and well-established businesses across a range of product categories - including food and drink.

The supermarket says it spent a total of £9bn with UK companies last year.

Giles Hurley, Aldi UK's chief executive officer, said: “As we continue to expand as a business, our supply chain needs to grow with us.

"That’s why we’re now on the lookout for more British suppliers to add to our current partnerships, helping to create even more jobs as well as new opportunities for these businesses.”

In Ashford, Aldi wants to build two new stores – one in Kennington and the other on the Waterbrook Park estate in Sevington.

It has had a presence in the town since 2018 when its first shop opened in Victoria Road.