Small Business Saturday: Support Local with Cllr Paul Swaddle

This Saturday is Small Business Saturday – a great chance to back the independent shops and cafés that make our area special.​ 

Cllr Paul Swaddle, Leader of the Conservative Group at Westminster City Council, visited Saint Expresso near Baker Street, a fantastic local coffee shop and part of a very small chain, to highlight how much businesses like this value your custom.​ 

If you’re out and about this weekend, please consider popping into a local independent and showing them your support!

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