Corner shops: questions and Band 8 answers

Yes, quite a few, actually. There's a little family-run grocer just at the end of my street and another one opposite the bus stop. They're incredibly handy when you realise you've run out of essentials like milk or bread.

Probably two or three times a week. I tend to do my big weekly grocery shop at a large supermarket, but I'll pop into the local shop for quick top-ups or an afternoon treat, like an iced tea or a packet of crisps.

Mostly small everyday items. To be honest, it's usually things like fresh eggs, snacks, or washing-up liquid when I need something in a hurry. The prices are slightly higher than in bigger stores, so I avoid buying full meals there.

All the time, yes. When I was at primary school, my friends and I would save our pocket money and stop by the local sweet shop on the way home on a Friday. We used to spend ages choosing pick-and-mix sweets.

I certainly hope so, though they do face stiff competition from online delivery services. Even so, I reckon people still value the convenience of popping out for something immediately, not to mention having a friendly chat with the shopkeeper.