18/08/2026
As everyone who follows us, has ever been to the shop, or has come to one of our events knows, bookshops do more for their local communities than sell books (though thatโs an important job on its own!)
Bookshops are at the heart of our high streets, but rising business rates are making it harder for them to invest and grow. Weโre backing The Booksellers Association โs call for targeted business rates relief for bookshops. Neil O'Brien โ will you support your local bookshops?