Meanwhile On project chooses first four businesses to receive rent-free space
Local trade association predicts around 1.75m visitors to the area
In 2022, turnover reached £8bn, a 56% increase on 2021
New West End Company boss Jace Tyrrell is to leave after six years
Footfall rises by 3% across the district despite fresh concerns over the Omicron variant
Investors “working with one hand tied behind their back” without tourist visa changes
98% of West End retail and hospitality firms support boost
Westminster City Council lays out public realm works to revive struggling area
Without government support, West End faces 50,000 job losses before the end of the year
Retailers to lose a predicted £5bn in sales
With tourist numbers low, landlords are working hard to get their occupiers up and running again
Major investment will cement the area’s position as a global shopping and leisure destination