Since entering the Irish market in 1997, Tesco Ireland announced its first major investment in Ireland, and news of the company’s acquisition of Joyce’s Supermarket.
The amount of this undisclosed transaction must be approved by the Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (CCPC), at which time Joyce’s name will disappear from the streets. It is understood that all stores will be renamed Tesco based on the balance of product mix. .
Many people will miss Joyce, an independent family business that has always provided friendly and personalized service to the local community. The business started in 1951 and today
In the past, store quality has been recognized, and the company won the 2012 Glambia Best Fresh Award and the 2013 REI Annual Best Store Award.
There is no doubt that Tesco’s acquisition of Joyce Supermarket will make investors happy, but for many people, this is the end of an era.
