This essay analyzes the decline of high street shops in the UK, attributing it to the increasing popularity of large shopping centers and online retail, further compounded by the pandemic. The essay explores the retail sector as a link between manufacturers and consumers, highlighting the pressures faced by traditional high street shops due to changing consumer preferences and the rise of multipurpose malls. It discusses the positive impacts, such as improved product quality and job creation, and negative impacts, including the displacement of local businesses. The essay concludes that the shift towards shopping malls affects the livelihood of small shop owners and examines potential solutions and strategies to address the issue. The essay also references academic research to support its claims.
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