The Elected Mayor of Watford Peter Taylor has launched a borough-wide campaign ‘Shop Local, Shop Watford’ to highlight and support the wealth of excellent local businesses our shopping areas have to offer this Christmas and beyond.
From popping into a local bakery for a cake, or buying a quirky gift from an independent shop, the council are people to shop locally so people can help local business owners and local communities get back up and running after the challenges of two periods of lockdown and restrictions.
The Mayor said: “It’s vital, now more than ever, that we all do what we can to support our local Watford businesses. The past few months have been so difficult. Whether it’s your local grocer, florist or fabric shop, they all need our support so they can survive this crisis, and thrive in the future.
“For many businesses, Christmas is their busiest time, so it’s really important we support them as much as we can. Shopping local means money is kept in the local economy – supporting jobs and local families.
“So this year, when you are thinking about Christmas presents for friends and family, explore some of the wonderful businesses in the town and their unique products. These businesses are the heart of our community and we need them to still be there for us in the future.”
Shop Local Shop Watford is one of a number of active initiatives that Watford Borough Council is running in support of the local business community.
These include the Business Recovery and Growth programme – a free business support initiative tailored to the needs of local businesses and residents across the town.
More information can be found at watfordbusiness.com/recovery
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