Scotland Loves Local is celebrated in the Scottish Parliament: Picture gallery
The power of community-led action in helping create a new future for Scotland’s places has been celebrated in the Scottish Parliament. A reception celebrating Scotland Loves Local was held at Holyrood yesterday evening (WEDS), with MSPs, council and business...
Read moreMinister’s praise for Paisley’s Town of the Year success
A Scottish Government minister has praised Paisley after it was named as Scotland’s Town of the Year. The town’s success was celebrated as part of a special Scotland Loves Local reception held in the Scottish Parliament. And, celebrating Paisley’s...
Read moreHigh hopes for business amid Scotland Loves Local glory
A surge of new businesses is poised to power a new era of enterprise in Paisley. Veteran and newer business owners praised the community spirit and support driving interest and success – with more than 20 new businesses opening...
Read moreSean Batty: Buddies are buzzing about Paisley’s future
Sean Batty has spoken of his pride in Paisley and the buzz among Buddies about the town’s future. The television presenter helped lead celebrations as his home town was unveiled as Scotland’s Town of the Year. He chatted with...
Read morePaisley is Scotland’s Town of the Year
Paisley has been crowned as Scotland’s Town of the Year. Judges in the Scotland Loves Local Awards awarded the title after being impressed by the critical point reached in the town’s “resurgence” amid unprecedented investment in its future. It...
Read moreInspiring Aberdeen: City business leader receives top national award
A prominent businessman whose passion for Aberdeen has played a critical part in reenergising the city has been recognised for his inspirational leadership. Allan Henderson, Managing Director of The McGinty’s Group, has been named as Place Leader of the...
Read moreOur Garnock Valley vision can inspire communities across Scotland
A unique approach to forging a new future for three North Ayrshire towns has picked up a special national award. Beith, Dalry and Kilbirnie are thought to be the first linked towns in Scotland to create a local place...
Read moreMargaret’s commitment to her community is celebrated
A dedicated shopkeeper has been applauded for her commitment to her community. Margaret Ferguson has owned and run her store, MM Ferguson, in Alyth, near Blairgowrie, for 53 years. That long service has been recognised today as she was...
Read more‘It’s an honour to work with such great businesses’
A leading light with Living Lerwick is officially a High Street Hero. Joanne Williams, the Business Improvement District’s (BID) project assistant, works tirelessly to champion businesses in the town centre. And her commitment and creativity in doing so has...
Read moreBoghall butcher Paul’s perfect recipe for community success
The butcher who created Britain’s ‘pie of pies’ is tasting fresh success – thanks to his commitment to serving his community. Paul Boyle, of Boghall Butchers in Bathgate, has been named as this year’s Scotland Loves Local High Street...
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