A new documentary, ‘Inside M&S at Christmas’, features the run-up to the festive season at it’s nearly revamped Craigavon store and is on TV tonight.

Some familiar local faces will be on the ITVX show this evening Tuesday December 16 as the Craigavon store is the first M&S store outside England to feature in the series.

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‘Inside M&S at Christmas’ unveils how M&S counts down to the festive period, ‘spotlighting behind-the-scenes dedication through planning, collaboration’ and ‘sleeves rolled up’ energy for a ‘Best Ever’ Christmas, from product creation and sourcing to a hero store transformation.

Last month, Craigavon opened the doors to its completely renewed and significantly expanded 15,300 sq ft food store, boasting a stunning, fresh, market-style layout that brings the full, great quality range of M&S Food to the local community. As part of the expansion, the store has welcomed more than 35 new colleagues.

Craigavon’s starring role showcases the team’s hard work as they race to launch the double-sized food store just in time for Christmas.

Audiences will see staff adding the final touches in the lead-up to opening day, with Just Sing Choir providing music, gifts for the first 400 customers, and legend Gerry Armstrong cutting the ribbon to welcome shoppers.

Manager Ashley O’Reilly said: “The renewal project has been incredibly exciting, and opening just before the busy Christmas period has given everyone a real lift.

"There’s been such a buzz around being part of the documentary, and we’re so proud that our colleagues, our store and our community will be showcased on screen. We can’t wait for customers to tune in and see what goes on behind the scenes.”