Closure of Budgens is a blow to Ludlow’s town centre and local jobs
andybodders I am sorry to hear that Budgens on Upper Galdeford will close. There is no date yet for the closure and no retailer lined up to replace the supermarket. The…
Mixed fortunes and trouble ahead after changes to Ludlow’s business rates
Last year, the government revalued all 1.96 million non-domestic properties in England and Wales. In England, rateable values will be increased by an average of 10% from 1 April 2017.…
Job Watch Ludlow – gender pay gap widens in Ludlow area as women’s wages fall
New data released by the Office of National Statistics today show a general improvement in wages across the south of Shropshire. But women’s wages are falling. Men’s pay has gone…
Job Watch Ludlow – Unemployment leaps 20% in Ludlow area – it is time for a clear economic vision for our county as Brexit nears
Unemployment, as measured by claimants, is up by 21% year on year in the Ludlow area. The numbers of unemployed people are still relatively low but we have to ask…
Ludford Bridge update – repair work delayed – bridge may be closed for May bank holiday weekend
There is an air of excitement around Ludlow. The May Fair rolls in on Wednesday night. It is the highlight of the year for many people in the town. The…