It was good to be back down on Thames Ditton High Street to catch up with local business owners and hear what I can do to further support independent retailers across the constituency.
It was interesting to hear how small businesses are adapting to a changing customer base by moving to online shopping, as well as keeping their high street base. It was also great to see local retailers supporting community projects, like Thames Ditton Boomerang Bags, by providing their reusable bags in high street shops to help eliminate single use plastic bags.
Thank you to the retailers for taking the time to chat with me.