RENOWNED pie maker Higgidy will undergo a major expansion with an expected 150 new jobs to be created.

Plans have been approved by Adur District Council’s planning committee for the development of new commercial buildings adjacent to Higgidy’s existing site in Dolphin Road.

Floorspace for both office and general industrial use feature in the plans, which include a three storey building, parking, a plant room and landscaping.

The approval is subject to Section 106 agreement in which an agreed contribution will be made by the company, with details not release yesterday.

Martin Randall, director for the economy at Adur District Council, welcomed the news the Shoreham based business will remain in the town.

He said: “It’s really positive news that a growing and successful business like Higgidy is able to remain in Shoreham. 

“The council is keen to promote Adur as a place open for business, and applications like this will help provide new jobs and enhance our local economy.”

In the space of 10 years, Higgidy have expanded from a kitchen start up in Shoreham to employ more than 250 people.

It is forecasted that the planned expansion to their facilities will bring in an additional 150 jobs over the next 5 years.