A West End launderette owner has called for business rates to be abolished or reduced as bills and rent costs soar for businesses.
Angela said: “For a single woman running a business on her own and paying business rates etc it is very difficult. That is why I work seven days. With the cost of electricity, soap powder and other products, pressure continues to build on the shop. She has taken over running the family business and still gets support from her “inspirational” mum Nirmal Marwaha.
Commenting on the struggles facing Angela at the launderette, Ms Hameed added: “This is a woman working seven days a week. She is finding it difficult to cope.