The manager of a popular North East fish and chip takeaway and restaurant says the future of Britain’s iconic culinary staple could be at risk unless the Government steps in to help the hospitality industry ride out the cost of living crisis.
Waseem Mir, the manager of the award-winning Harbour View in Seaton Sluice, Northumberland, says rising costs are threatening the existence of many of the UK’s fish and chip shops. He is so worried about what the future holds with inflation now at a 30 year high, that he has written to Conservative MP, Ian Levy, who represents Blyth Valley, asking him to raise the issue in Parliament.
Mr Mir said he has seen a massive 115% increase in the price of fish. He added that this, coupled with rising cooking oil and batter flour costs as well as the massive 54% hike in energy bills that came into effect from April 1, could price Britain’s ultimate comfort food out of the market.
