Research suggests new ways to motivate employees through rewards and incentives
Winter rewards, unexpected rewards and support for local could be key to tackling workplace motivation, according to new research. The research, undertaken by Perth-based fintech Miconex with over 4,000 employees, organisations and consumers found that winter is worst for staff motivation, with just 14% of people saying winter is when they feel most motivated, followed […]
How to use the Scotland Loves Local Gift Card to reward your colleagues and community this Christmas
It has become easier than ever to use the Scotland Loves Local Gift Card (SLLGC) as a reward for your staff. Watch our new animation to see how simple it has become If your business is looking for a meaningful way to show appreciation for all that your employees do – while also supporting […]
Parliamentary praise for cake and coffee trail
The creation of a tasty town trail has been praised in the Scottish Parliament. The Kirky Cake and Coffee Trail in Kirkintilloch, East Dunbartonshire, was one of three launched across the country during Scotland Loves Local Week. It is part of a pilot project involving Scotland’s Improvement Districts (SIDs) technology firm Vicinity to help showcase […]
Thank you to everyone who supported Scotland Loves Local Week 2024
Scotland Loves Local Week 2024 was a resounding success – and thanks go to everyone who took part. Across the country, communities used our seven days of action as a platform to demonstrate how the simple act of choosing local will have a profound impact on their future. By getting behind the people, businesses and […]
Toasting the gift of local: ‘Protect jobs and give our communities a brighter future’
The life-improving impact of choosing local has been highlighted as Scotland Loves Local Week draws to a close. A message that’s relevant to every community in the country has been shared in a video released by East Dunbartonshire Council. While reminding the community of the difference they can make by supporting local businesses in the […]
Think local first: ‘Community’s support will allow our town to flourish’
Family business owner Douglas MacMillan knows all too well the critical difference that people choosing local makes, creating a thriving community which everyone can be part and proud of. He runs town centre business Jacks the Ironmonger, as well as being vice-chair of Discover Lanark Business Improvement District. The Hyndford Place enterprise, pictured below, has […]
BIDs back the Scotland Loves Local Pledge
Business Improvement Districts (BIDs) across Scotland are highlighting their commitment to choosing local by signing up to the Scotland Loves Local Pledge. The pledge is a commitment to thinking local first to help protect jobs, safeguard businesses and build a stronger, more sustainable future for communities across the country. By signing up, BIDs are highlighting […]
Historic attraction makes commitment to boosting economy by choosing local
An award-winning historic Ayrshire attraction and community hub has vowed to do everything it can to help boost the region’s economy. The charity (SC031541), that oversees the daily running of Dundonald Castle and owns the Visitor Centre, has signed the Scotland Loves Local Pledge, promising to prioritise spending and supporting local enterprises whenever it can. […]
Glasgow Gift Card injects more than £8m into city economy
More than £8m has so far been spent with Glasgow businesses using a gift card which locks money into the city’s economy. There are just over 950 businesses across the city where the Scotland Loves Local Glasgow Gift Card can be spent. And there are hopes that millions of pounds more could follow as more businesses […]
Scottish Parliament motions celebrate Scotland Loves Local Week
Two motions have been lodged in the Scottish Parliament to celebrate Scotland Loves Local Week – highlighting the importance of local businesses and enterprises. MSPs from across the political spectrum are supporting the motions, laid down by Liam McArthur, the Liberal Democrat MSP for Orkney, and Pam Gosal, Conservative MSP for West Scotland. Liam McArthur […]