Part of the debate – in the House of Commons at 11:05 am on 26 January 2024.
Kerry McCarthy
Shadow Minister (Climate Change and Net Zero)
11:05,
26 January 2024
I certainly recognise the picture that the hon. Member is painting. In Bristol we have 47 high streets and local centres. Some are thriving, but it has been very difficult to revitalise others. bristol city council has been very active, and some of the things he mentioned are within the council’s control, but others are down to the market. On addressing the empty shops, will he talk about what tools councils could use that would not cost huge amounts of money, to ensure that high streets can thrive in the way he would like?