Yesterday, I met with Daniel the operations director of Roots Coffee and Community, where he was able to brief me on the problems they face, which caused the New Year announcement that Roots would close permanently on 10th of February.

It is clear that the pandemic, staff sickness and inflation has impacted negatively on their financial health, but all is not lost.

The community does need to rally round and I understand that they would welcome additional involvement in the running of Roots from members of the Kingsholm community. 

I understand the board of the Roots community interest company is to meet early next week, where a proposal to hold a public meeting is on the agenda. 

If a public meeting is called, which I would support, I would encourage those that are interested in saving Roots, to attend if they can. 

I’m happy to receive emails from people that I can pass onto Roots.