But she added: I m just concerned that only surviving on a shoestring will not last forever if trade/footfall doesn’t increase.
Catherine, owner of Clear to Sea in St John s Street, said surviving on a shoestring couldn t last forever
- Credit: CHARLOTTE BOND Taxes, VAT bills, alongside other everyday bills connected to a shop have to be paid. I believe the small Independent businesses should be supported as they may be the future when major chains have closed. Independent businesses offer support to the community. A personal service and a friendly face.
Catherine Winn said small, independent businesses needed to be supported as they may be the future when the chains have left
The Aurora Orchestra, who were due to appear at the Bury Festival in 2020
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A major cultural festival held annually in Bury St Edmunds will not go ahead this year, organisers have announced.
The Bury Festival, which takes place in a number of venues around the town in May, has been cancelled for 2021 due to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic.
West Suffolk Council said due to the uncertainty around the pandemic, it has been difficult to plan acts for the festival.
The council added that its current focus is ensuring that town centre venue The Apex is back up and running as quickly as possible.