Local MP Mark Pawsey has called on the people of Rugby to take part in The Great British High Street Awards 2015. In its second year, the Great British High Street Awards promotes excellence in town centres up and down the country and highlights the work done by local bodies to support local retailers. Internet giant Google has recently announced that it will be sponsoring the 2015 awards, offering digital support to shops in winning locations in addition to a share of the £80,000 prize fund available. The award categories include; “best city centre high street,” “best town centre high street” and “best market town high street” as well as “best parade of shops.”
Mark said:
“We can be proud of Rugby Town centre which boasts a great selection of independent retailers. I have spoken to many people in the town centre who have come from outside of Rugby to visit some of our local shops, especially around Regent Street and the High Street.”
Mark continued:
“The Great British High Street Awards are a great opportunity to promote Rugby Town, especially in the build up to the Rugby World Cup this autumn. With the Fanzone and other celebratory activities taking place during the World Cup, Rugby will have a number of visitors and I know that they will see a vibrant and dynamic town.”
Mark concluded:
“Nominations for the Great British High Street Awards are open until 1st September 2015, after which a shortlist of 21 nominees will be open to the public to vote on. Having run a small business before I entered Parliament I know the challenges that retailers have faced here in Rugby and I hope that the work done by the community and local shops is recognised.”