PIZZA lovers in Kidderminster can rejoice now that a popular takeaway is set to reopen - with new jobs being created.

The pizza takeaway chain Papa Johns has confirmed that its Coventry Street restaurant will reopen on Friday (May 24).

The pizza joint in Kidderminster was one of the several branches Papa Johns closed in January which were "not meeting expectations." They closed the restaurant until new ownership was found.

A Papa Johns spokesperson said: "We are excited to re-open Papa Johns Kidderminster, which will not only mean that people can get their favourite pizza again, but also create new job opportunities.

"At Papa Johns, we are dedicated to serving delicious pizzas made with quality ingredients, while also having a positive impact on the communities we operate in. We look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces."