Some products described as “Italian” appear to contain Chinese tomatoes, BBC investigation suggests.

Ryan McDonnell said the middle of Lidl had a “big male following”.

Dorset Council approves the development of the store after two hours of debate.

Work is expected to last until late January, according to the supermarket chain.

Dorset Council prepares to vote on building Lidl store in Sandford.

Developers want to replace two existing shops at the site to create the new store.

The store will employ about 40 people from the local area, Sunderland councillors hear.

The Lidl will be built at the Monks Cross Shopping Park, despite concerns from the rival retailer.