Mark Logan MP is urging local residents to support small businesses this December, as Christmas shopping gets underway.
This weekend, Small Business Saturday is happening across Bolton. The campaign celebrates small business success and encourages consumers to 'shop local' and to support businesses in their communities.
Last year the campaign saw a record-breaking £1.1 billion spent with small businesses across the UK.
Speaking from Country Candles in Market Place, Mark Logan MP said:
“Now it’s December, my Christmas shopping can really kick off and I’m pledging my pounds to Bolton’s fantastic local shops.
As we recover from the pandemic, small businesses need our support to get back on their feet. Not only does shopping local help them - it gives back to our local economy, helping you too.”
Shop owner of Country Candles in Market Place, Sarah Murphy said:
“It’s great to see our MP Christmas shopping and supporting our small local businesses.
The town centre feels extremely festive with all the Christmas lights and every Thursday up until Christmas I’m serving complimentary mulled wine and minced pies – come on by.”