St Brelade concerns of empty shops and cost of living
Summary
Voters in St Brelade, Jersey are concerned about many empty shops and the rising cost of living. Local business owners face high rent and lack of government support, while some residents rely on food banks despite the island's wealth.Key Facts
- Les Quennevais Parade and Precinct in St Brelade have many empty shops.
- High rents and poor upkeep of buildings are reasons many shops have closed.
- Joe Pinzari, a local business owner, closed one of his two shops because rent was too high, reaching up to 27% of his earnings.
- People in Jersey, a wealthy place, are struggling and some are using food banks.
- Residents say the government should do more to support businesses and help people with costs.
- Some suggest creating a local enterprise centre to help small businesses survive tough times.
- There are calls to improve social housing because many people have difficulty finding affordable homes.
- Protecting the Jersey National Park is also a priority for some residents, balancing the environment with social and economic needs.
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