THE FUTURE of the Midcounties Co-operative Food in Thame is unclear as the group says the store 'does not fit with the long-term strategy'.

Now, following a strategic review of its Food Retail Business, a small number of branches will be up for sale, with the High Street retailer being one of them.

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The shop continues to trade under normal hours, however, an offer to sell the site to new owners has been approved.

Travel and funeral branches will be moved in the town centre, while the group searches for an alternative location for the food store.