Traders say business has been ruined by flats work

Businesses on a street in Leeds city centre have said the development of a block of student flats has “ruined” trade following the closure of a popular café.

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Mrs Atha’s in Central Road confirmed that it would close earlier this week, stating that the building of the Store House opposite over the last two years been the “cruellest and most infuriating time”.

Other businesses on the road have also said trade has been hit hard, with one shop saying it is considering closing once its lease runs out.