The Baker Street Bistro and Bar inside Ramsgate’s Petticoat Lane Emporium closed without warning today (May 30) with boss Ruth Tozer saying the business was hit by cost increases and large VAT bill…

Andy Burnham's pledge to support high street shops has sparked hope among struggling small businesses, including community pharmacies. Will his plan to overhaul business rates and tax large warehouses bring relief to pharmacies facing financial strain? The future of essential healthcare access hangs in the balance. #SupportLocalPharmacies #SaveOurHighStreets

Dozens of retail sites closed down in 2021 are re-opening their doors to a mix of tenants, from go-kart tracks to vegan cafes

The government's decision to prioritize pubs over independent retailers is a slap in the face to struggling small businesses. Why are they neglecting the backbone of our high streets? Join the fight for fair treatment and support for all businesses, not just a select few. #SaveOurHighStreets #FairBusinessRates

Independent retailers are demanding equal treatment after the government prioritized pubs for business rate relief. CEO Andrew Goodacre warns that excluding small shops sends a clear message of neglect. Should independent retailers follow pubs' lead and ban MPs? Action, not just words, is needed now. #SupportSmallShops #EqualTreatment #SaveOurHighStreets

Retail accounts for 5% of the UK economy – but its visibility gives it an outsize influence on public perception