Choosing local saved my family’s business, trailblazing farmer says
Farmer Bryce Cunningham says the power of people choosing local has not only helped ensure the survival of his family’s farm – but its push towards net zero too. And the third generation dairyman has described how the most...
Read moreOur survival depends on people choosing local, Scots businesses say
Three-quarters of Scottish businesses say the support of local people is critical to their survival as they battle continued unprecedented challenges. The statistic has been revealed by the Scotland Loves Local campaign as it issues a rallying cry for...
Read moreScotland Loves Local Gift Card to go digital
The Scotland Loves Local Gift Card is going digital – supported by a £250,000 boost from the Scottish Government. Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards can be loaded with credit and used in participating shops and businesses within users’ local...
Read moreAlmost 7,000 Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards to be distributed across Argyll and Bute
Almost 7,000 Scotland Loves Local Argyll and Bute Gift Cards are being distributed across the region to help families with the rising cost of living and boost business. Argyll and Bute Council is providing support to low-income households by...
Read moreScotland Loves Local: Helping the nation to recover and rebuild
The vision of the Scotland Loves Local campaign can play a critical part in supporting communities as high streets become stronger and more sustainable. That was one of the messages shared as a blueprint to help build a better...
Read morePicture gallery: How you can join businesses in benefitting from the Scotland Loves Local Gift Card
Businesses across Glasgow are being urged to continue signing up so that they can benefit from a multi-million pound injection into the city’s economy through the Scotland Loves Local Glasgow Gift Card. Glasgow City Council has distributed Scotland Loves...
Read more85,000 Scotland Loves Local Glasgow Gift Cards to help low-income households and boost business
A £105 gift card being distributed to more than 85,000 homes across Glasgow will support local businesses and boost the economy while helping families cope with the rising cost of living, supporters say. The alliance behind the Scotland Loves...
Read moreNominate your community champions in the Scotland Loves Local Awards
Heroic efforts to support Scotland’s high streets and tackle the challenges of climate change in communities will be recognised at special awards. Enterprise, creativity and digital innovation shaping a stronger future for towns, villages and neighbourhoods across the country...
Read moreFirst Minister announces £80m Covid Economic Recovery Fund
A new £80 million Covid Economic Recovery Fund targeting support for businesses and communities will help Scotland as it moves to a new phase in the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Councils will have the flexibility to target support either using...
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