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York businesses forced to close due to roadworks

Friday, 25 August 2023 00:53

By Sarah Dunphy

York business owners are facing significant income drops of up to 80% due to ongoing roadwork disruptions.

York business owners are facing significant income drops of up to 80% due to ongoing roadwork disruptions. Some shops have temporarily closed as anti-terror bollards are being installed on Goodramgate, closing the road and obscuring storefronts. 

This unfortunate timing coincides with peak summer shopping. People are questioning the timing decisions as discussions of this began six years ago. Even cafes with loyal customers are struggling as construction noise has driven people away. Poor communication from the City of York Council has left the businesses totally frustrated.

 

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