'Bright future' of Liverpool's shopping streets as retailers insist city 'will bounce back' The city has pulled together and is now set to welcome its biggest ever food hall, a new golf experience and new stores Updated Shoppers in L1 before the third national lockdown came into effect. (Image: Liverpool Echo) The coronavirus pandemic has had a major impact on a scope of businesses - and retail is no exception. The ongoing crisis has seen the permanent closure of independent shops, restaurants and more, plus the loss of high-street heavyweights including Topshop and Debenhams. But Liverpool's retail insiders are adamant the city will bounce back - and there's lots to look forward to.