Small businesses2 days agoNew parking charges could be a 'disaster' for townShropshire Council has proposed plans that could mean an increase in the price of parking.2 days ago1 Oct 2026End of an era as family run shop shuts after 70 yearsAlan and Kathleen Harvey are to close Brewers Sewing Machines, which they have been running since the 1950s1 Oct 202630 Sept 2026The firms coping in the wake of the Rettendon blastBusinesses caught up in the major fire and explosion in July tell the BBC about the impact.30 Sept 202628 Sept 2026Bakery says it makes £2.3m annually but 'still struggling'A Manchester Bakery has said their "bank balance is finished" in a open letter to Prime Minister Andy Burnham28 Sept 202623 Sept 2026Bakery owner calls for Budget help for firmsFrankie Dyer has written to the prime minister urging Budget support for businesses.23 Sept 202622 Sept 2026'Nightmare' for taxi drivers as fuel prices soar Volunteer blood bike charity Freewheelers workers said they are also facing tough choices.22 Sept 202621 Sept 2026One-hour parking limit sparks shopping fearsBusinesses fear for their trade hit as a new 60-minute parking limit sparks concern among shoppers.21 Sept 202616 Sept 2026Shopkeepers fight back against 'trolley gangs'Store owners describe theft, violence and the toll on small businesses in Droitwich and Malvern.16 Sept 202615 Sept 2026From fourth job loss to starting brand seen on TVEmma Earley-Bailey launches women's workwear firm Britches after her fourth redundancy in 10 years.15 Sept 2026...
