Manchester traders have sent a ‘begging’ letter to landlords asking for a rent break so their businesses can survive lockdown.
Some of the biggest names in hospitality have co-signed the letter and many more are supporting the appeal. Approaching owners “on bended knee” they say they desperately need breathing space from rental payments until they can open again, as government initiatives to help businesses have not gone far enough.
They have warned that “without assistance the industry simply cannot survive on its own.” The heartfelt letter, penned by the Manchester Hospitality Network and addressed to the bar and restaurant owners of Manchester sets out the current position. “We are limited companies, partnerships and family firms
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