And Steve Magnall, director of independent bakery brand The Two Magpies which have sites across Norwich, Holt and Blakeney, said: It s been a godsend, that s undeniable. I ve opened two new sites this year to make the most of the opportunity with pent-up demand, and I don t think I would have done that if it hadn t been for furlough.
Owners of Two Magpies Bakery; Rebecca Bishop and Steve Magnall. Picture: Archant
- Credit: Archant The real shock will be a return of business rates and VAT rises - the high street was being decimated by online retailers before the pandemic and this was an advantage. It would be a real win if those policies could be looked at.
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