Can a Bayswater’s Greek grocery compete with Whole Foods?
The possible arrival of a Whole Foods branch in Queensway raised questions about the future of independent shops and the community identity that they help sustain.
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“Everyone’s clinging on for dear life”: Stoke Newington’s independent businesses call for support from John Healey ahead of Autumn Budget
John Healey’s reported budget plans on Tuesday for a tax crackdown on online marketplaces to fund business rate cuts for high street shops arrive at a critical time for Stoke Newington’s independent traders. The neighbourhood has long prided itself on its small independent businesses. However, significant changes to business rates introduced by the Government last…
