November 24, 1990. Gateway is to launch yet another retail fascia alongside its Somerfield and Dunnes-link operations, chief executive Bob Willett revealed this week. The project, quite distinct from next month's Gateway Stores' revamp, is still on the top secret list, he told the Midlands IGD, but may go into pilot stage soon. Whatever form it takes, the new concept will not radically change the current two fascia formula: "In essence there will be two businesses, Somerfield and Gateway," he stressed. Willett also defended the company's "misunderstood" financial situation. {{COUNTERPOINT }}

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