Call for government action over town's vape shops
Business owners in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, are urging the government to grant councils more control over shop types due to concerns about the proliferation of vape shops.Summary
Local businesses in Worksop, Nottinghamshire, are expressing concern over the increasing number of vape shops in their town, claiming they are negatively impacting foot traffic. Philip Jackson, chairman of Worksop Business Forum, believes the government should empower councils to regulate the types of businesses that open. Other business owners, like Jane Parkinson of CW Waddington Menswear and Chris Coyle of Worksop Heel Bar, echo these concerns, lamenting the loss of independent stores and the lack of diversity on the high street. While acknowledging the demand for vape shops and their potential economic benefits, John Dunne of the UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) supports a licensing scheme for retailers. Local MP Jo White highlights £20 million in government funding for the area, which could be used to support independent businesses and limit vape shop openings, and advocates for greater planning powers for councils. The Bassetlaw District Council acknowledges its limited ability to intervene, while a government spokesperson affirms commitment to revitalizing high streets and empowering local communities.
(Source：Yahoo! News)
