Business News Wales

14 July 2026

Welsh Footfall Decline Eases in June but Shoppers Remain Cautious

Welsh retail saw some relief in June with footfall decline slowing – but calls for greater government support for the sector continue. According to WRC-Sensormatic data, Welsh footfall decreased by 2.3% in June (YoY), up from -5.0% in May.

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