Nisa-Today's has signed up two more independent retailers in the Republic of Ireland, bringing the total number of member stores there to eight.

Ardkeen Quality Food Store in Waterford and Nolan's Supermarket in Dublin will be supplied ambient goods from Nisa-Today's 625,000 sq ft ambient warehouse in Scunthorpe.

Nisa-Today's views the Republic of Ireland as a crucial market as it looks to expand and drive volume through its supply chain.

One year after Nisa first started to trade in the Republic, its business there is now worth an estimated £15m a year.

"We have been delighted with the interest shown in Nisa from the Republic of Ireland's retail sector and are currently pursuing a number of exciting new prospect opportunities," said Andrew J Mouse, Nisa's group sales director.