Small Business Saturday is a reminder to shop local. Jo Platt – the MP for for Leigh and Atherton – was out supporting businesses in Leigh today, as she reminded residents to shop local where they can.
Jo went to Book-Cycle in Leigh and then on to one of her go-to charity thrift shops – British Red Cross – which has been trading for nearly 20 years in the town.
Jo Platt said: “It was great to chat to Oliver at Book-Cycle in Leigh. He is just one of the amazing volunteers that helps to keep this fantastic project thriving. I also called in at British Red Cross – which is one of my favourite charity shops.
“Local businesses bring life, character, and connection to our communities. Let’s keep them thriving by shopping small and supporting local every chance we get!”
Labour is committed to supporting small businesses. The Party has pledged to do the following:
- Raise the limit small businesses start paying national insurance
- Reform business rates to save small businesses money
- Tackle retail crime with new funding for prevention and police training
- Stamp out the late payments that harm small businesses
- End the Tory policy of not investigating stolen goods under £200
- Freeze fuel duty to bring down costs for small business