‘Shop local!’ is the rallying cry this Christmas.
This
Saturday (1 December) is Small Business Saturday and with Christmas
getting closer, shops in the Redcar and Cleveland borough are reminding
people that our town
centres are packed with great shops with gifts for the whole family.
Calling
on people to support their local high street, Councillor Bob Norton,
Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council’s Cabinet Member for Economic
Growth, said:
“We
all know that town centres and High Streets are facing stiff
competition from online retailers and out-of-town shopping centres. I
understand the appeal and convenience
but shops are essential to our town centres’ survival.
“Local
shops are run by local people, employ local residents and contribute to
our economy and social lives in numerous ways. We’re proud to support
Small Business
Saturday and will do everything we can to promote our town centres.
“We
all value our high streets and want to see them thrive. Take the time
to visit one and see the incredible amount of shops we have to offer.
You may well be surprised.
“There really is one solution to reverse years of decline and support our local retailers: shop local!”
The
town centres in Redcar and Cleveland, including Redcar, Loftus, Eston,
Guisborough, Saltburn, Skelton and Marske, are home to many small,
independently owned shops
offering a variety of gifts as well unique cafes and coffee shops to
stop for a drink or lunch
Parking
in all Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council operated car parks is
free after 1pm and there is an extensive bus and rail network for those
who prefer not to drive.
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