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Grants of up to $10,000 on offer for high street businesses

The scheme aims to fill empty shop units in town centres across the county.

By Priya Shah

· 1 min read

Independent retailers and cafés can apply for grants to cover rent and refurbishment costs for their first year.

Busy high streets make safer, happier communities.

Around 1 in 8 shop units in Riverton’s town centre are currently empty, according to council figures.

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Priya Shah

Business correspondent tracking jobs, housing and the regional economy.

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