Pictured after receiving their prestigious XL Retail Group Awards were Paul Scriney, Chris Scriney, Laura Scriney, Michael Barrett, Attracta Foy, Sandra Tyler (XL Retail Operations Advisor), Pierce Gordan and Sean McHale.

Two Mayo retailers recognised as outstanding at annual XL awards

Laura Scriney’s XL in Castlebar and Michael and Attracta Barrett’s XL in Turlough are among an elite group of retailers from around the country who have been honoured for their outstanding commitment to their local communities at the annual XL Retailer Awards celebration held in The Hodson Bay Hotel in Athlone.

Hosted by BWG Foods, owners and operators of the XL Retail brand in Ireland, the XL Retail Awards are presented to XL stores that demonstrated outstanding industry excellence following a comprehensive programme of inspections and audits carried out by Ireland’s leading Retail Audit company, SMA Retail Specialists.

Laura’s XL was presented with the award for Best High Street Store while Barrett’s XL went home with the award for Best Enhanced Store on the night.

Paul Bealin, Cash and Carry Sales Director, BWG Foods, said: “XL retailers strive for excellence in every aspect of their service to their shoppers and the local communities in which they are embedded.

"In meeting the exacting standards of the independent SMA Audit, our retailers have illustrated their commitment to being industry leaders in the retail sector and their focus on exceeding customer expectations.

"I congratulate Laura, Michael and Attracta and their respective staff on their outstanding achievements.”