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The council said footfall was rising - up 2.6% in 2024 - and nearly two thirds of city centre units were now occupied by independents.

"In the small locations that they've opened multiple stores in, I feel the volumes aren't there in terms of footfall, unfortunately."

He said the sinkhole had "reduced footfall to virtually zero".

"The relocation will also generate economic opportunities for local businesses through matchday footfall."

Ginger & Berry is already in a busy area of Bangor, but Ms Reynolds said the redevelopment would bring more people, with businesses benefitting from the increased footfall and "a bit more buzz".