Call for consumers to avoid buying online and shop local

One shop in Edinburgh has announced it's to close after over 40 years.

As consumers continue to shop online and more people choose to work from home, city centres are feeling the ongoing effects of reduced footfall.

Ali’s Cave which has been open on Lothian Road for over 40 years has announced it will close in August due to a changing landscape in customers.

But while shopping habits shift, there’s a call to support local businesses

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