The fast food giant has submitted a planning application to open its eleventh Norwich store in the former Poundland site, which has stood empty for more than a year.

Initially coy around rumours of its involvement, the global chain finally confirmed it will be moving into Units 7A and 7B, in Albion Way, at Riverside Retail Park.

A spokeswoman for McDonald's said: "We are excited about the opportunity to open a new restaurant in Norwich, bringing significant investment and new jobs to the local area.

Fast-food giant, McDonald's has confirmed it's moving to the city centre (Image: Denise........

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