Why big business cannot be funded by Sheffield taxpayers - letter
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Reading The Star, July 9, I am amazed Sheffield Council now appears to be sponsoring John Lewis, a multi-pound business, with lower rent and a refurbished trading space.
I’m surprised we are not offering council cleaners.
Big business cannot be funded by Sheffield taxpayers.
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Have they given the council a percentage of profits over the years?
It’s madness.
Next, Atkinsons and the rest will want a helping hand.
Business evolves and recreates itself with changing times.
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Hide AdIt’s no good propping up a lost cause, it’s either successful or not.
We prop up lots of other things in Sheffield, like swimming pools, arenas etc.
However, I think shops are a no-no.
If not, let’s pay for everything out of the empty pot. It’s nonsense and doesn’t add up.
S. Rich
Lowedges Community Festival Group