‘It’s just not tenable’: cost of living crisis hits sustainability sector

With shoppers prioritising cheaper gifts over sustainable ones, independent businesses are struggling to stay afloat

With just one week left until Christmas, shoppers are hurrying to choose their final presents - and retailers are vying for much-needed year-end custom.

For many of the UK's small businesses, the cost of living crisis has hit profits. For those whose mission is sustainability, the knock-on effect has been dramatic.