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BBC News
14-04-2025
- Business
- BBC News
Farnham businesses say they welcome town improvements
Businesses in Farnham have said they are feeling positive about a programme of improvements in the town, but there was concern about the government's changes to National Insurance and business which started in February include wider pavements, more pedestrian controlled crossings and changes to the gyratory, with two-way traffic introduced in parts of Downing Street and The Borough.A Surrey County Council (SCC) spokesperson said they would continue to work to minimise disruption as much as owner of Hamilton's Tea House, Steve Hamilton, told BBC Radio Surrey that the mood amongst retailers was "quite buoyant". He acknowledged there were some concerns in the short term, including around pollution levels."Sometimes the perception on social media is that the traffic is worse than it is," he said. "It flows. Yes, there's stagnation at certain times. That's short lived and the traffic does flow through."For customers, Farnham is going to be beautiful and a much nicer place to visit and shop in." From 14-18 April, BBC South East will be getting out and about on our region's high streets. Catch up on BBC South East Today on BBC iPlayer and listen to BBC Radio Kent, Sussex and Surrey on BBC Sounds. Mr Hamilton said they were being "hit hardest" by the Chancellor Rachel Reeves' decision to raise employer National Insurance contributions and reduce business rates relief from 75% to 40%.Michaela Martin, owner of the boutique Mulberry Silks and a Farnham Residents county councillor, agreed it was causing problems."I don't think Rachel Reeves even thought about that... somebody who's never been in a small business doesn't realise [the impact]."Ms Martin said she was "quite happy" with how the works were going and that she "can't complain" about trade at the moment."Farnham is a destination town," she added. "We have so many people from Marlborough, Andover, across the south coast, Dorking and everything coming [here]." An SCC spokesperson said: "While data shows that levels of car park use in Farnham remains the same, we will continue to work with the local community and local businesses to support Farnham, and to minimise disruption as much as possible."We'll also be encouraging people to consider how they travel into town, both during the works and beyond. "Changing to walking, cycling, using public transport or parking in different car parks will all help reduce pressure on the town centre's roads."A Treasury spokesperson said the government knew the "vital importance of small businesses" and had taken "necessary decisions on tax to stabilise public finances"."We are now focused on creating opportunities for businesses to compete and access the finance they need to scale, export and break into new markets," added the spokesperson.
Yahoo
03-03-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
YouTuber Shows Off His $3M Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution
Read the full story on Modern Car Collector Automotive enthusiast and YouTube personality Steve Hamilton is now the proud owner of one of the most extreme hypercars ever built in the U.S.—the Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution. Priced at $3 million, the Texas-made beast delivers an eye-watering 1,817 horsepower from its twin-turbo 6.6-liter V8, positioning it among the most powerful production cars in the world. Hamilton, the creator of The Hamilton Collection YouTube channel, took delivery of his high-performance machine and shared the moment with his audience. The Venom F5 Revolution is designed for extreme speed, theoretically capable of reaching 328 mph. Its aggressive aerodynamic package and track-focused tuning set it apart from the standard Venom F5, making it an even more intense driving experience. Draped in an electrifying shade of green, the car makes a bold visual statement to match its raw performance. But its imposing looks aren't the only thing grabbing attention. The hypercar's thunderous exhaust note roars with unfiltered power, a fact not lost on Hamilton and his friends. 'It's growling. Your neighbors are going to love this one,' one friend quipped in the delivery video. Beyond its sound and speed, the hypercar even has a distinct scent. 'It smells like America,' Hamilton declared, adding a patriotic touch to the occasion. With its record-breaking capabilities and unmistakable presence, the Hennessey Venom F5 Revolution is a testament to American engineering at its most extreme. For Hamilton, it's more than just a car—it's an adrenaline-fueled dream come true. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter
