There’s no doubt that the pandemic has changed the way we live. But what impact has a year of lockdowns and restrictions had on shopkeepers and shoppers? Has the last year broken the mould for retail?
Many essential shops have been successful during the pandemic with some in suburban or rural areas doing more trade as many people work from home.
As covid restrictions finally ease, will our shopping habits have changed permanently?
Presenter Felicity Hannah is joined by:
Kate Ancketill, founder and CEO, GDR Creative Catherine Erdly, founder of the Resilient Retail Club and advisor at Enterprise Nation Bill Grimsey, author of the Grimsey Review.
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Producer: Darin Graham Editor: Rosamund Jones