Food WorksSW Enhances Support for Small Producers with New SALSA Auditor and Lab Partnership Tuesday, November 4, 2025 food innovation salsa auditing laboratory microbiology safety smallbusiness testing partnership The Food WorksSW, a regional food and drink innovation centre based in Weston-super-Mare, has significantly expanded its support for small producers by introducing a new auditing qualification and partnering with a leading … Read More
Seaside Towns Face Closure Risk Amid Sharp Rent Hikes Wednesday, October 29, 2025 dorset seaside tourism rents smallbusiness westbay lymeregis council kiosks inflation Dorset Council’s significant rent increases on kiosks at West Bay and Lyme Regis have sparked serious concerns among local business owners, who warn that these “hostile” hikes could lead to permanent closures. Sam … Read More
Golden Economic Rule and Tax Cuts Announced During Somerset Visit Thursday, October 16, 2025 economy taxcuts housing conservatives savings smallbusiness welfare nationalinsurance infrastructure deficit In a significant visit to the Somerset village of Cannington, shadow chancellor Mel Stride MP engaged with local businesses and residents, addressing pressing economic concerns and unveiling key Conservative policies focused … Read More
Unique Bath Shop Faces Closure Amid Unpaid Rent Dispute Saturday, September 27, 2025 bath retail broadstreet independent closure rent council smallbusiness local plants Chapter 22, a beloved Bath shop known for its unique combination of plants and vinyl records, is on the verge of closure after receiving a firm ultimatum over unpaid rent. Located on Broad Street, this independent store, run … Read More
Award-Winning Independent Pop-Up Shop Opens at Clarks Village Friday, September 26, 2025 pop-up boutique handmade clarksvillage somerset smallbusiness local jewellery homeware fashion The Handmade Boutique, an acclaimed independent store based in Taunton, is launching a new pop-up shop at Clarks Village this weekend. The boutique will occupy a space at the popular outlet shopping mall for the next four … Read More
Blow to Bath as Beloved Independent Pet Shop Closes Its Doors Tuesday, September 23, 2025 bath pets petshop closure moorlandroad independent smallbusiness retail community localeconomy In a heartfelt announcement, Park Pets, a beloved independent pet shop in Bath, has confirmed it will close permanently after failing to finalize a sale with a prospective new owner. The shop, nestled in the bustling Moorland … Read More