RGDATA has commissioned economist Jim Power to do a 2025 Local Heroes Report on the true impact of the local independent shop and we need your input. We urge you to fill in our Employment Costs and Impact on Community Surveys – both are short and targeted and will provide the essential information RGDATA needs to campaign and fight for local independent food retailers to be recognised for the vital part they play in local communities and the national economy.

A team is active calling members to encourage participation – please take five minutes to fill out these surveys:

Cost of Business Survey 

The Vital Impact of Your Shop