Superstore's tree-planting for greener environment
The British birch sapling, which has taken pride of place opposite the petrol filling station, is one of the millions of trees that the retailer is helping to plant as part of the Woodland Trust’s Centenary Woods project.
The project aims to plant native trees to commemorate the First World War.
Staff and customers gathered to witness the planting, which was supported by volunteers from the store’s local charity partners West Berkshire Cruse Bereavement Care.
Sainsbury’s Newbury store manager Dene Burton said: “Today is a proud moment for our store and the team involved.
“Not only have we completed improvements on our store, which will help us to be more efficient while serving our local customers. but we’ve done something great for our environment by planting a Woodland Trust tree at the store too.”
Mr Benyon said: “I am delighted to be able to support Sainsbury’s partnership with the Woodland Trust.
“As the former minister responsible for the environment, I understand what a vital role woodland plays.
“Planting trees expands habitats, while providing a more aesthetically pleasing environment for us all.”