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Order Local campaign to help independent retailers over Christmas is launched by InYourArea

Businesses being urged to sign up for free to promote their services

Order Local campaign for retailers at Christmas

BusinessLive's sister site InYourArea has launched its campaign to help independent retailers this Christmas - and it's being backed by a key trade group.

InYourArea's Order Local campaign is being launched as shops prepare to open next week after weeks of lockdown that closed all but essential retail across the country.

The site - owned by media giant Reach and a sister site to BusinessLive - wants to support retailers who may already have lost out on one of the most lucrative seasons of the year.

has created a search tool where shoppers can find local shops offering delivery and click-and-collect services on your doorstep.

All they have to do is enter their postcode below.

Shoppers can help spread the word by sharing a picture of their purchases on InYourArea and on social media with the hashtag #OrderLocal. They can also tag the business to show support - and can share it with us by tagging or .

The campaign is being backed by the British Independent Retailers Association (BIRA).

Andrew Goodacre, Bira CEO, said: “We are delighted to be working with Reach on this important campaign to bring shoppers back to the shops. This is such an essential time of the year for retail and this idea will be thoroughly welcomed by all independent retailers and shoppers.”