More traders and heritage are key to city's success
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A better understanding of theHighland capital’s purpose is being called for by David Richardson, regional development manager for the Federation of Small Businesses.
He said Inverness cannot afford to be unappealing to Highlanders living outwith the city.
“At a time of growing uncertainty for city centres across the UK, Inverness should appeal to as wide an audience as possible,” he said.
“It should be both a major tourism destination and a transit hub for people exploring the wider region.
“We must ensure that Inverness’s city centre is as attractive, vibrant and appealing as possible to a broad mix of customers, and that getting in and out of the centre and spending time there is a simple, quick and trouble-free experience.
“This means ensuring that Inverness’s uniqueness is enhanced through the encouragement of even more independent traders, that the city capitalises on its heritage in an informative, appealing and accessible way, that the streetscapes encourage people to linger, and that cars can get in and out and park with ease.”
