«There was an understandable skepticism from small independent retailers about the acquisition,» he says. (petbusiness.com)
So while a viability test will ensure competition between the supermarket chains it could ultimately harm smaller independent retailers in town centres,» he adds. (newlawjournal.co.uk)
As big - box stores move into neighborhoods with small independent retailers, becoming an integral part of local communities is key for her store and others like it, Lacy says. (petbusiness.com)