WALK into any town centre, and you’ll likely come across shutters pulled firmly down on several shop doors and windows – huge brands like Claire’s and River Island, to name a few, have closed…
Holly Mead is a freelance journalist, editor, and broadcaster. A former deputy money editor at The Times and The Sunday Times, she specializes in finance and personal finance, covering topics ranging from investing and insurance to mortgages and savings. Holly's work has been featured in a variety of publications, including The Times, The Independent, and MoneyWeek, and she also hosts the podcast "Feel Better About Money."












