The US-owned chain, part of the Walmart group, plans to open 17 new stores in 2015, including three supermarkets in London.
A further 62 stores will undergo a major remodel this year, 鈥渢o reflect changing shopper habits鈥�, and petrol stations will be built at 36 locations.
Asda president and CEO Andy Clarke said: 鈥淚'm pleased that we can announce our continued investment in the UK with 拢600m for new and improved stores in 2015. With such a powerful force like Walmart behind us that fully supports our strategy, we're in a unique position in a difficult market 鈥� a position of great strength."
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