The businesses say they are fearing for their future.

Shopkeepers appeal to council after rents are raised by over 100%

As the number of people on Bristol's housing list reaches 41,000, the council is being urged to convert redundant retail units and offices into homes.

Can Bristol's housing crisis be eased by turning unused retail units into flats?

The chain of shops, mostly located across the north west, are hoping to boost their customer service experience.

Supermarket scrapping self-checkouts

Rod and Anita Curtis have been overwhelmed by cards from the people of Glastonbury, who are sad to see them go. 

Hardware shop closing down after 99 years in the same family

Nineteen members of staff work across the two outlets based in St Helier's high street and Les Quennevais.

Sephora announces closure of Jersey stores

8.2% of shops in the town centre are lying empty.

Landlords apply to turn vacant St Helier shops into new homes 

Despite it being black Friday, one of the busiest days of the year for retail, independent shop owners say they are struggling to compete with online retailers.

Islanders urged to shop local instead of online to prevent high street closures

Central Manchester sales were the worst hit in the north west while Burnley’s town centre was the least affected in the country.

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Burnley barely saw a drop in shoppers compared to other town and city centres in the north west during the pandemic.

Why one town has fought off high street losses despite the Covid pandemic

From 4am on Tuesday, masks must be worn in shops and on public transport. Secondary school pupils and staff are "strongly recommended" to cover their faces.

The North East reacts to the return of mandatory masks

Shopping centres saw the biggest decline in footfall of all retail locations, overtaking high streets for the first time since July 2020.

High street shop footfall takes bigger hit in January lockdown

People across the South and South East are preparing for the four week coronavirus lockdown for England. 

The South and South East prepare for second lockdown

Leanne Thompson from Shoeburyness in Essex is sitting in Southend Hospital having her immunosuppressive treatment. She has a drip in her arm. She is wearing a facemask. Photo belongs to Leanne Thompson. 

Leanne Thompson from Shoeburyness in Southend is urging people to follow the new rules and wear a mask when they shop from the 24th July.

'Is my life not worth it?': Vulnerable mum urges shoppers to wear face masks

The Government’s announcement that from July 24 shoppers will be legally obliged to wear face coverings has also left some questions unanswered.

Shop assistants fear abuse from customers over mandatory face coverings

Towns and villages across Cornwall are starting to emerge from weeks of lockdown, with challenges ahead for businesses, locals and visitors.

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