The high street is the life and soul of communities across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, and is crucial in creating jobs, nurturing small businesses and driving local and regional economies.
Our high streets are transforming as both technology and consumer behaviour evolve, however businesses and communities have shown themselves to be highly adaptable, resilient and creative.
Through the Great British High Street Awards, we want to encourage merchants and communities to get behind their local high streets:
The tools and resources here provide a starting point for those wishing to improve their high street and make it a great place to be.