Stephen has called on people to shop locally this Christmas to support businesses in Newham.
A number of East Ham businesses fear the pandemic will force them to close. The Newham Recorder recently sent a questionnaire to all local businesses. Of all that responded, all but one expected takings to be down this Christmas. The Recorder has launched its ‘Shop Local’ campaign to support local high streets.
Speaking about the campaign, Stephen said: “This has been a tough year in Newham and for many it has been very tough indeed. There has been a massive community response, supporting families in the greatest difficulty. Local businesses have played their part and I hope we will all be supporting Newham’s independent businesses in the run-up to Christmas.”