AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoHigh Street Culture Funding: Gwent towns including Abergavenny, Abertillery and Blaenavon missed out on the next stage of the UK Town of Culture bid, but the work won’t be wasted as shortlisted towns get £60,000 to build full bids for a 2028 cultural season. Hospitality Cost Pressure: Shrewsbury BID is backing #VATsTheProblem, urging Government to cut hospitality VAT from 20% to 10% and also look at business rates and the VAT threshold after closures and rising costs hit independent venues. Town Centre Footfall & Planning: Waterfoot’s new pagoda-style event space has sparked a petition from residents worried about parking, access and planning permission, while supporters say it’s vital for regeneration ahead of Waterfoot Wakes. Local Business Disruption: Police have closed the Pier Gap area in Clacton after a large disturbance left a serious head injury, with enquiries ongoing and businesses and visitors affected. Indie Retail Growth: Metrocentre’s “The Crescent” is opening a 10-unit indy hub, with new brands including Filto, Thatype and Webster & Carr moving in. Local Jobs & Skills: Aeras HVAC & Refrigeration highlights the value of locally owned trades firms, expanding services with a second location and community ties. Community Markets: Bradford’s Darley Street Market has opened and is already being hailed as Britain’s best food market, boosting regeneration and new business units.
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