Vacant units, vape shops, and high-profile closures cause councillors to question plans for centre of Wexford town
Councillors discuss declining retail in Wexford town, addressing vacant units and vape shops while debating the town's future.Summary
Councillors in Wexford town are debating the future of the retail sector, acknowledging that up to 30 units are vacant and long-standing businesses like Barker's and Bambino's have closed. Councillor Leonard Kelly suggested that the retail footprint might need to be reduced, while others emphasized the need for a positive vision shared with the public. The discussion also touched on the one-way system on John Street and misinformation regarding the closure of Traynor's. Councillor Catherine Walsh introduced a motion to amend the Public Health Act to require retailers intending to sell tobacco products to hold a licence, and to restrict vape shops to pharmacies. The motion was carried, though the Chief Executive noted that vape shops currently operate as general retail.
(Source：The Independent)
