Cumbria MP calls on Government to give small businesses same relief as charity shops

South Lakes MP Tim Farron has today called on government ministers to give small businesses the same support and relief that charity shops currently receive.

Tim thinks that this support could help small, independent stores thrive and help protect our high...

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