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A rundown building that was once a Tesco store is being transformed into a revolutionary Covid business centre by the team behind a leading marketing and IT company.

NorthWales Media has been renovating the empty former express supermarket and cafe site on Church Street in Flint.

The firm, based on the town’s Market Square, has invested £200,000 and plans to unveil services including a recording studio, board room, games area, makeover space, a sensory perception suite, ‘Zoom Rooms’ for video conferencing and IT, exhibition and hot desk facilities.

With a focus on safety and security in light of the Coronavirus pandemic – and providing visitors with a carbon neutral environment – director Phill John has a sustainable vision for the site.

“This building has a lot of history and had many different uses over the years, but it has been neglected for a long time,” he said.

“It’s one of the first things you see when you drive into Flint and also off the train, so utilising it in a positive way will have a big impact on the area.”

Phill added: “Covid-19 delayed our proposals, but work is well underway, and I’m delighted with how well the idea has been received.

“Virtual platforms and technology have been vital over the last year – and will continue to be – but people do still want human interaction and contact, for their mental health especially.