A shoe shop owner in west London faces potential closure due to plans by the nightclub Raffles Chelsea to take over his stock room for an extension. Hassan Salimian, owner of Sukies, has expressed concern about running his store without adequate storage space. He is the last independent shoe shop on King's Road, serving high-profile clients. Raffles Chelsea's plans include creating new toilets and a bar. Community members have opposed the proposal, citing worries about increased noise and crime in the area.
Hassan Salimian stated that without the basement space for stock, he cannot run his shoe shop. He described it as critical for business operations.
Salimian emphasized that he is the last remaining independent shoe shop on the King's Road, which serves a unique customer base, including A-list celebrities.
He mentioned the challenges for retailers on the King's Road and the struggle to retain old customers amidst changes threatening their operations.
Opposition to Raffles Chelsea's expansion came from community members who voiced concerns about increased noise and potential for greater crime.
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