Morrisons is at the heart of Acomb Front Street and has long been a familiar presence for generations of locals. But Morrisons today is not a local company – now it is owned by an American equity company. And the store in Acomb has become a symbol of neglect, with three adjacent houses left to decay and crumble. The result? A glaring eyesore that casts a shadow over a community working tirelessly to breathe new life into the very street that binds us together.
We are a village brimming with character—family-owned shops, community hubs, and independent traders striving to create a vibrant, welcoming space for all. Yet Morrisons decline stands at the centre of it all, a jarring reminder that progress cannot happen in isolation. Three neglected properties along a prime thoroughfare disrupt the momentum.
We have approached Morrisons politely, as any community would. Letters of concern, community meetings, and direct appeals have been made, urging the business to uphold its responsibilities as a landlord and a neighbour. Yet the response has been silence, or worse, indifference. For a supermarket that markets itself as a pillar of the community, this is a contradiction too stark to ignore.
This is not a petty campaign. It is a plea for accountability for Morrisons to clean up their act and become better neighbours. Acomb belongs to everyone who calls it home; it cannot flourish if part of its story is ignored.
Join the momentum! Sign the petition below and advocate for a Front Street that reflects the best of who we are. Let Morrisons choose to step up and become part of the solution, not the problem. Together, we can ensure that Acomb is not just a place to live, but a place to love - one united effort at a time.
Kind regards,
Luke Walker - Chairperson
