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# Burntwood business owner urges people to shop local in the wake of coronavirus crisis
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/burntwood-business-owner-urges-people-to-shop-local-in-the-wake-of-coronavirus-crisis/
- Published: 2020-09-21T14:06:41.000Z
- Updated: 2020-09-21T14:06:54.000Z
- Description: A Burntwood business owner has urged people to support local shops in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Burntwood, Business, #wp, #wp-post, #Import 2026-07-22 18:14, News

A Burntwood business owner has urged people to support local shops in the wake of the coronavirus crisis.

Jamie Edwards, from family-run company Chase Engraving Centre, said his shop had been forced to close for almost two months when the pandemic first hit.

![Jamie Edwards from Chase Engraving Centre](https://storage.ghost.io/c/e3/90/e390c3da-0866-4d2a-8ffe-ca4999d7ce1c/content/images/lichfieldlive-co-uk/wp-content/uploads/2020/09/jamie-edwards-chase-engraving-centre-2.jpg)

Jamie Edwards from Chase Engraving Centre

But with trade beginning to return and residents adapting to new ways of shopping, he said it was important that local companies were supported.

> “After the business was closed for eight weeks I was apprehensive to come back, but the customers have been brilliant.  
>  
> “It’s really nice to see people in the streets and shops again and to know I have the support of the council to help if it is needed.  
>  
> “We’re starting to see the high street become busier as the lockdown rules have been eased and people’s confidence returns.  
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> “I hope people remember to shop at their local shops.”   
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> Jamie Edwards, Chase Engraving Centre

The business, which specialises in engraving, trophies, watch repairs and key cutting, was among a number which were supported by funding made available via Lichfield District Council.

And he said he was backing an initiative aiming to get people to shop locally.

> “Receiving a business grant was fantastic and an instant weight off my shoulders.  
>  
> “Health has always come first for me, so I closed the shop to ensure my safety and my customers’ safety.  
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> “The business grant allowed me to do that and also to get my business COVID-secure for reopening.  
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> “During lockdown people have realised how important local high streets and towns are so the #LoveLocal campaign just reminds people to shop local and help their community.”  
>  
> Jamie Edwards, Chase Engraving Centre

Cllr Liz Little, cabinet member for major projects and economic development, said it was pleasing to see companies emerging from the coronavirus shutdown.

> “Burntwood has a fantastic line-up of independent shops and businesses, and it’s clear to see how much they value their local community.  
>  
> “I am so pleased Chase Engraving Centre has appreciated the help we’ve been able to give.  
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> “Their grant has been put to good use, enabling the business to survive lockdown, and the resources and support from our information officer have also been well received.”  
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> Cllr Liz Little, Lichfield District Council