Scotland Loves Local Awards winners revealed
A butcher who took over his shop just weeks before Scotland went into lockdown and became a lifeline for his community has been named as the nation’s High Street Hero. Bryan Beveridge not only managed to keep his business open, but has grown it and expanded his team despite the challenges caused by Covid-19. He […]
Scotland Loves Local Awards winners to be announced
The winners of the inaugural Scotland Loves Local Awards will be announced on Thursday. The event, presented by STV’s Sean Batty, will be broadcast via Scotland’s Town’s Partnership’s YouTube channel at 4pm. It will include the announcement of the 2021 High Street Hero Award, sponsored by Spar Scotland. The awards are set to be among […]
Scotland Loves Local Fund supports sustainable local initiatives
More than 100 organisations have shared a £1.5 million funding boost to help revitalise cities, town centres and neighbourhoods across Scotland. The first round of grants from the Scotland Loves Local (SLL) Fund are worth £14,000 on average and are being distributed to businesses and development organisations. They will encourage support for local economies which […]
Watch: Crofty and Grado hit the streets and urge Scots to choose local
Radio duo Crofty and Grado hit the streets as they backed a high-profile campaign urging everyone to choose local. The GO Radio breakfast presenters have been rallying support in the drive for people to ensure the survival of their local business by getting behind them. They met businesses from the Shawlands area of Glasgow, with […]
Meet the businesses championing our drive to choose local
Business owners in Prestwick are leading a rallying cry for people across Scotland to choose local and spend with businesses in their region. A number of Main Street traders are fronting the latest phase of the Scotland Loves Local campaign – with a message that’s critical, coming during the lucrative countdown to Christmas. But it’s […]
Scotland Loves Local Awards shortlist revealed
The finalists have been announced for the inaugural Scotland Loves Local Awards. Individuals, businesses and community organisations from across the country are in the running for the accolades after being nominated by people who have seen and felt the positive impact of their work. The awards are organised by Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) as part […]