Closed petition Provide grants of £25,000 for independent tackle shops.

We urge the Government to make £25,000 digital transformation and viability grants available. We believe this support would protect the heritage and sustainability of these shops as vital cultural and community assets.

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In our view independent tackle shops are more than retail spaces; they are community hubs that preserve fishing traditions, support conservation, and contribute to mental health and well-being. We think these shops face rising costs and intense competition, risking closure. Without government intervention, we think a vital part of UK heritage may disappear. We think targeted grants could ensure these shops' survival, helping them adapt digitally and continue their contribution to communities and environmental education.

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  1. Business rates relief: MP wants to hear from you

    On 4 June, Sir Gavin Williamson MP will lead a debate on the impact of changes to business rates relief on high street businesses.

    To inform the debate, he would like to hear from you.

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