'Works can cause a bit of chaos but I think it needs to be done. People don't like change but sometimes it can be for the better'
The Rossendale town's market is in the process of a £500,000 revamp. Other regeneration schemes are linked to enhancing its historic shop fronts, streets and traffic.
'BETTER RANGE OF SHOPS' In Haslingden, shopper Gaynor Riley said: "I would like to see a better variety of shops in Haslingden. I'm tired of seeing the same types of shops. I think any investment is good. It's all needed. A lot of money seems to have gone to Rawtenstall and some other areas have been neglected, I feel.
Shelley Harris is based at Hazelwood Homecare. The business moved into its Deardengate office in June 2023. The property is one of a number of Haslingden town centre buildings that have been renovated in recent times. Shop fronts, wooden features, windows and stonework have been renovated. "Overall, I think this work will be good for Haslingden. Town centre works can cause a bit of chaos but I think it needs to be done. People don't like change but sometimes it can be for the better.
"A lot of my friends go to Manchester or Bradford for meals with friends. I go to burger places but have things like grills. Manchester is known for fried chicken burgers. People go there from all the country, from London, for fried chicken burgers. I know Blackburn Market has a new food hall and I think that's been a success. But generally I'd say most younger Muslim people I know in Blackburn go to Bradford and Manchester for meals out.
"I don't think people really understand the differences between towns. Some think opening a boutique food market will sort things out? A few years ago, there were some good businesses in Haslingden but I feel differently now. It's a bit s**t at the moment. They did the Christmas lights switch-on with pop-up stalls but there weren't so many people there. I think things need proper promotions.
"Some people complain about changes on social media, online forums or Facebook. We're all quick to give our opinions in the UK. But did people turn-up to the local consultation meetings? Do they know what's going on? People are often quick to say what they don't like. But maybe they should say what they do want - raise alternatives?
"There's been a move back to proper food shops and markets - good butchers and greengrocers. People want good food rather than just fast food. Haslingden has a brilliant butcher shop. People come from all over to go there. So there are good businesses here already, which can be built upon with more."
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