A new independent business in Andover town centre has received a boost from Test Valley Borough Council through a £1,200 Independent Retailer Grant.
Halo and Dagger has opened in Black Swan Yard, bringing a previously vacant ground-floor unit back into use after it had stood empty for more than a month.
The business is run by co-owners Arwel Jones and Carrie Holdbrook, who have combined tattoo services and aesthetic beauty treatments under one roof.
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Mr Jones recently retired from the military before launching the venture.
He said: "Business has been steady from the start, which has been really encouraging.
"It works well having both services in the same space, and the grant has really helped with the costs of getting set up.
"We're pleased to be part of the town centre."
St Mary’s ward councillor Budzynski welcomed the new addition to the high street.
"It’s great to see a new business like Halo and Dagger choosing to set up in Andover and bringing an empty unit back into use," they said.
"Independent retailers play an important role in creating a lively town centre."
The grant is paid in two instalments to businesses occupying vacant town centre units.
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