Everyday Economy & Pride in Place: Roundtable

This session will look at practical ways to revitalise high streets, support local enterprise, and tackle crimes like tool theft and shoplifting that hurt small businesses, while sharing updates on the borough’s Pride in Place plans.

WHAT TO EXPECT...

• Open discussion on the challenges and opportunities facing Doncaster’s high street retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors.
• Insight into Pride in Place initiatives and how they can revitalise communities.
• Explore collaborative solutions to tackle crime and protect small businesses.
• Shape practical actions that strengthen the everyday economy and local enterprise.
• Discussion on creating a consistent pro-growth national approach to licensing and establishing hospitality and night-time economy zones—cutting red tape, supporting al fresco dining, and enabling late-night venues in response to the Licensing Taskforce.

THE CONVERSATION
This roundtable will focus on creating vibrant, resilient high streets and supporting the businesses that power Doncaster’s communities. We’ll identify shared challenges, uncover opportunities for growth, and agree on priority actions that deliver real impact for local enterprise and neighbourhoods. Jonathan Bucknall, Head of Economic Development, City of Doncaster Council, will also be sharing an update on Pride in Place at this session.
 

TARGET AUDIENCE
Local business owners, independent retailers, hospitality and leisure operators, community organisations, and stakeholders committed to strengthening Doncaster’s everyday economy.

THE FACILITATORS
Sian Booth, Head of Policy and Partnerships, Doncaster Chamber
Part of City of Doncaster Council’s Business & Community Insight Programme

Please note, attendance is one person per business.