{"id":72270,"date":"2026-05-22T13:15:22","date_gmt":"2026-05-22T13:15:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shefnews.co.uk\/?p=72270"},"modified":"2026-05-22T13:15:52","modified_gmt":"2026-05-22T13:15:52","slug":"local-businesses-struggle-amid-regeneration-disruption","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shefnews.co.uk\/index.php\/2026\/05\/22\/local-businesses-struggle-amid-regeneration-disruption\/","title":{"rendered":"Local businesses struggle amid regeneration disruption\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

A scheme to regenerate Attercliffe is impacting local businesses as major road closures take effect and construction work gets underway.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Richard Pierce, owner of Fry Master, located on Attercliffe Road, said: \u201c\u200b\u200bI am deeply concerned about the timing of these ongoing works, which are scheduled to last until later this year. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cLocal independent businesses like ours are currently navigating a perfect storm; between the soaring cost of living, rising fuel prices, and global events driving up our overheads, we are facing unprecedented pressure.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sheffield City Council is aiming to create up to 3,000 new homes and 1,500 jobs over the next 10 to 15 years.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Richard said: \u201c\u200bWhile our local regulars are being incredibly loyal, the current roadworks and severe parking disruptions have unfortunately caused a 10-15% drop in our overall trade. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cI truly want to see Attercliffe thrive, but I am genuinely worried about the immediate survival of the high street.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The scheme will introduce new cycle lanes and the first red route in Sheffield, banning parking and loading at any time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kerry Davies from The Carlton pub said: \u201cNobody is arguing that the area does not need investment or regeneration.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cHowever, there is a growing feeling that the needs of existing businesses, residents, customers, and accessibility users have been ignored in favour of turning the area into little more than a thoroughfare for cyclists, regardless of the consequences for the people and businesses already here.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The work is expected to finish in 10 to 15 years with long-term regeneration plans to improve streets, routes and public spaces. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

A spokesperson for the council said: \u201cOur aim is to make it easier and safer for people to cross the road and to support those who want to walk or cycle shorter journeys.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On Attercliffe Road, Riley\u2019s Tool Shop and NatWest bank have now closed and a sewing shop is also set to shut down<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Mrs Davies said: \u201cThe planners have, in our experience, refused to properly listen to concerns or work with businesses to find practical solutions.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u201cThere has already been a noticeable impact on our trade as a result of the ongoing works and disruption in the area which have all affected customer footfall and day-to-day business operations, and there are serious concerns that the proposed changes will make the situation even worse.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n