SUPERMARKET group Asda saw like for like sales grow by 2.2% in the first quarter of the year, figures that put it ahead of its rivals.

Leeds-based Asda said total sales, excluding acquisitions, VAT and fuel, grew by 7.1% Andy Clarke, chief executive of Asda, said: “I’m proud of the work our stores, depots and teams at Asda House and George House put in during the quarter, to build on our end-of-year momentum and deliver market-leading growth. Customers really valued our price leadership, the ongoing improve......for the full story register now for free or login below...