The number of empty retail units in high streets across Telford and Wrekin remain well below the national average, new figures claim.
Figures released by Telford & Wrekin Council say 3.6 per cent of retail units across towns in region stand empty, while the UK national average is 14 per cent, according to the Local Data Company.
The initiative has awarded 73 eco grants to help businesses become more sustainable, 40 façade grants to improve shop frontages and enhance the overall appearance of high streets, and 19 digital grants to equip businesses to trade effectively in the digital arena. “We continue to make great progress tackling empty shop units and breathing new life into our high streets through the Pride in Our High Street programme.
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