THE proposed buyer of a council-owned premises will lead to “significant local investment”, is was claimed this week.

Taunton Deane Council is in talks with the undisclosed potential purchaser of its DLO building at Priory Way, Taunton.

Council leader Cllr John Williams said: “This is an exciting opportunity for the growth and regeneration of the town and will lead to significant local investment by the purchasers.

“A new use of this site will also create a more inviting gateway into Taunton.”

Council officers are currently working on the deal.