Vicinity chief executive: We will transform towns through innovation and action

Special blog by Henry Jinman of Vicinity, sponsor of Town of the Year in the Scotland Loves Local Awards If you’re looking to see how a town can be rejuvenated through determination, innovation and – critically – collaboration, look no further than Oban. Scotland’s reigning town of the year is flying the flag for what […]

Date set for Scotland Loves Local Week 2025

The third Scotland Loves Local Week will take place from Saturday August 23 2025. There will once again be seven days of events to showcase and celebrate tremendous people, businesses and initiatives which make our communities so special. The week will also shine a spotlight on the dedication, determination and innovation which will shape a […]

We can take choosing local to a new level in 2025

Blog by Scotland’s Towns Partnership Chief Officer Kimberley Guthrie: One of the biggest positive differences that people across the country can make for their communities this year is to embrace Scotland Loves Local’s call to action for everyone to think local first. New year, new opportunities As we enter 2025, I’m filled with excitement about […]