Following a recent hospitality roundtable with local business owners in Lagan Valley, Sorcha Eastwood has taken the campaign national to ensure the voices of small businesses are heard ahead of the Autumn Budget on November 26th.

Ms Eastwood has said: “Our local pubs, cafes, and restaurants are the beating heart of our communities. Far too many are struggling to stay afloat, and we cannot let another favourite spot close its doors. This petition is a simple, practical way for people to take action and make sure the Government listens. 

“Ahead of the 26 November Autumn Budget, we need to show the Chancellor that keeping our cafes, pubs, and restaurants alive isn’t just about business - it’s about protecting the places that bring our communities together.

“I’d urge everyone - residents, business owners, and visitors alike - to sign the petition, share it with friends, colleagues, customers and make their voices heard. Together, we can protect the cafes, pubs, and restaurants that make our communities thrive.”