After speculation on social media, retailer B&M have finally confirmed they will be opening in Chatham.

The chain will open on November 3 at the site on Medway Street which used to belong to Staples.

A spokesperson from B&M said: “We’re feeling really positive about the creation of even more jobs for local people and we hope customers are going to be delighted with their new store.

“We are all really excited to get the doors open and welcome our new customers through the door in a few weeks.”

Job roles are advertised on the B&M careers website and range from sales assistant to floor managers and cleaners.

B&m opened its first store in Medway at Strood Retail Park last month.