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Can fish and chip shops survive? ‘We made more money by closing than staying open’

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What happened

Soaring fish prices, labour costs and changing tastes all spell bad news for Britain’s chippies.

Is this the end for the seaside staple – or will a few innovators succeed in keeping them alive?

Key facts

  • Reported by The Guardian and published Thu, 17 Sep 2026 04:00:38 UTC.

Why it matters

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