Small businesses are at the heart of our local communities, and with campaigns such as ‘Independents Day’ taking place this 4th July, there has never been a better time to get out and support the small, independent businesses in your local area.
Independent businesses account for around 65% of the approximately 290,000 retail outlets in the UK. Research shows that for every £1 spent with a small or medium sized business, 63p is re-spent in the local area compared with 40p in every £1 spent with a larger business. Supporting local businesses helps job creation and job retention and retains diversity, choice and character in local communities, so please do continue to support our fantastic small businesses.
