Gareth Snell MP launches awards to celebrate local small businesses
Stoke-on-Trent Central MP, Gareth Snell, wants residents to nominate and support their local businesses in his Small Business Awards in the run up to a nationwide celebration day.
He is highlighting the vital role small businesses play in keeping high streets vibrant, creating jobs, and driving the local economy.
Now Gareth is encouraging people across Stoke-on-Trent Central to nominate their favourite independent businesses for special recognition in the run-up to the nationwide Small Business Saturday on 6 December 2025.
Every business nominated will:
- Be featured on Gareth’s official social media channels.
- Receive a poster to display, encouraging customers to vote for them.
Category winners will also be presented with a special certificate to mark their achievement and celebrate their contribution to the community.
Gareth said: “Small businesses are the lifeblood of our communities – from the shops on our high streets, to family-run cafés, to the independent services we rely on every day.
“This campaign is about shining a spotlight on their hard work and encouraging everyone to shop local. I can’t wait to see the nominations come in and to showcase the brilliant businesses we have here in Stoke-on-Trent.”
The Small Business Saturday UK campaign is now in its 13th year, encouraging people to support local, independent businesses in the crucial build-up to Christmas.
Last year the campaign saw millions of customers across the UK back their high streets and neighbourhood traders.
Residents are encouraged to submit nominations for their favourite businesses via Gareth’s website using this link https://garethsnell.org.uk/sme_awards/