Issue

Empty Shops

2 stories · discussed at 1 council meeting · 3 councils

The issue of vacant retail properties on commercial streets and potential strategies for their reuse. The concept of retail premises that are not occupied by businesses. Empty shops. Commercial properties that have been vacant for an extended period. The state of commercial retail units on high streets being unoccupied. Retail premises that are currently unoccupied. The issue of vacant retail properties on high streets. The issue of persistently vacant commercial properties on high streets. Vacant Retail Spaces.

Latest stories

  1. Islington Council to explore High Street Rental Auction powers Islington Council is set to explore the use of High Street Rental Auction powers to help bring empty shops on Caledonian Road back into use, following a recent council meeting. Islington 3 July 2026
  2. Barnet Council to Provide Written Response on High Streets Barnet Council has committed to providing a written response addressing the challenges and opportunities facing the borough's high streets. This decision follows a deputation at... Barnet 25 October 2025