Residents in the East Riding are encouraged to shop local this weekend in support of Small Business Saturday.
A grassroots, not-for-profit campaign, Small Business Saturday first came to the UK in 2013. It has grown into an iconic campaign, which celebrates small business success. Additionally encouraging consumers to ‘shop local’ and support businesses in their communities.
What does it involve?
On Small Business Saturday, customers across the UK go out and support all types of small businesses. Many small businesses take an active role in promoting the day by hosting events and offering promotions.
The campaign has engaged millions each year, with spend on the day topping over £1 billion.
Follow the campaign on Twitter via #SmallBizSatUK @SmallBizSatUK.
Free parking in council-run car parks will also be in force, encouraging even further footfall into the town centres.
One business owner hoping to see residents come out in support is Lucy Thompson from Beverley’s Oh My Dog.
Lucy said: “It would be great to see even more residents come out to support us on the high street on Small Business Saturday. I know a lot of the shops around me have gone to extra effort to look the part heading into Christmas.
“We get a lot of support from the council and that support has really enabled us to get the business off the ground and make a great success of it. Times are tough for everyone right now financially but Oh My Dog continues to be as popular as ever and I look forward to seeing even more customers through the doors on Saturday!”
