The people of Oslo are worried that large chains will replace small shops and restaurants. No need to worry, say the chains themselves.
These posters were used to symbolize the fear that large chains will take over Grünerløkka. But McDonalds and Starbucks say they have no plans to open more restaurants downtown. Jil Yngland / NTB
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Small businesses at street level in Oslo are struggling. This has led the people of Oslo to fear that large chains will take over if the small ones go bankrupt. They will fight to keep the distinctiveness of the city.
The message has received a lot of attention after the campaign “Keep Oslo” on Grünerløkka. At the end of November, posters appeared in shop and restaurant windows with well-known logos such as Starbucks, Mcdonalds and Cubus.
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