HOME Bargains is to open a new store in Seacombe this weekend, creating up to 50 jobs.

Situated on the former Morrisons site in Church Road, it will be opened this Saturday October 17.

Cutting the ribbon will be children's favourite cartoon character Kevin, from Disney's Minions and Despicable Me.

It is the first Home Bargains in Seacombe, joining 400 outlets across the UK – eight of which are also located in Wirral.

Joe Morris, the company's operations director said: "We're thrilled to be launching our first Seacombe store and look forward to welcoming new customers through the doors.

"Church Road will be a great location for us and we’re pleased to be a new addition to the local business community."