Figures from the Music Venue Trust show that, despite contributing more than half a million pounds to the UK economy.
30 sites have permanently closed in the past year with 6,000 roles cut, the sharpest decline since it started collecting annual data.
The Sound Lounge in Sutton High Street has previously said it’s “hanging on by a thread” and it would be devastating if it was forced to close.
Here’s Co-founder, Hannah White.
