Independent retailers to be celebrated this weekend

Thursday, 2 July 2015 00:00

Independent retailers in Douglas will be celebrated on Saturday as part of "Independents' Day".

Organised by the Douglas Development Partnership the day is aimed at encouraging people to shop local.

Michelle O'Malley is the town centre manager:

Businesses will be offering discounts and special deals for one day only - there will also be free parking in Chester Street, Shaw's Brow and the Bottleneck car parks.

Michelle says a thriving retail scene will help benefit the economy:

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