Stall closes due to lack of trade
A trader has announced his is shutting his business in Halifax Borough Market.
Nick Joannou, who runs The Wine Glass, said "with a heavy heart”, Saturday, May 4 would be his last day of trading there.
While he has had support from Calderdale Council, he said there has been a constant decline in trade since January which has “finally taken its toll”.
He has posted on social media: “The council have been very supportive and we have tried everything possible to avoid closure but the reality is the ongoing renovations, particularly the works directly outside my shop have encountered significant delays and will be ongoing for the rest of the year.
"Over the last few weeks, there has been slight improvements and it’s been heart-warming to see both new customers and old customers returning to the shop but sadly current trading conditions are just not sustainable.
"My little business has been my world for the last five years and it’s devastating to have to close.
"I truly believe that local independent businesses are the heartbeat of Halifax and our town is blessed to have them and, while many are doing incredibly well, I can assure you others are really struggling and fearful of the what the future holds, so please, continue to visit and support them.
"I would personally like to thank all my customers, many of which I can now proudly call my friends for your support since I opened.
"This is not the end for The Wine Glass and I will still be trading in a different way moving forward.”
Go to The Wine Glass Facebook page for details.
Go or more details as how The Wine Glass will continue in the future, visit its Facebook page.