Our 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 people to choose local this summer and support enterprises – and protect jobs – in their […]
Nominations open for Scotland Loves Local Awards 2023
The heroic work to revive and reimagine Scotland’s communities in the face of unprecedented challenges is being recognised by special awards. Nominations have opened for the 2023 Scotland Loves Local Awards – with people urged to come forward to highlight the work of their community champions. There are opportunities to recognise efforts to tackle the […]
Fly the flag for loving local by supporting Scotland’s traditional festivals
It’s gala and festival season across Scotland – and the time-honoured traditions taking part in so many of our communities have an important part in helping build the better future we all hope for. From common ridings, to carnivals, agricultural shows to Highland games and festivals of all kinds, these are events which draw our […]
Barrhead enterprises highlight life-improving impact of choosing local
A trailblazing Barrhead charity has highlighted the life-changing power of people getting behind enterprises in their local communities. Include Me Too Club’s work features that which opens opportunities for volunteering, training and employment for people of all ages and abilities. That includes running the Social Blend coffee shop and gift shop – a place where […]
Staycation Scots to play critical part in keeping communities alive
New research has highlighted the critical impact of tourism on the wider Scottish economy – as almost half of Scots say they will staycation this summer. In a poll conducted by Scotland’s Towns Partnership, the organisation behind the Scotland Loves Local campaign, 73% of Scottish businesses said custom from tourists and visitors is important to […]
Blog: Loving local is key to tackling climate emergency and cost of living crisis
Scotland Loves Local was a campaign born out of the first coronavirus lockdown. But it’s evolving into a mission to drive long-term sustainable change, creating a stronger future for local communities. Scotland’s Towns Partnership Interim Chief Officer Kimberley Guthrie explains more. Urging people to choose local is a simple ask to make. Yet the effect’s […]
Sean Batty champions Scotland Loves Local campaign
Television presenter Sean Batty is championing calls for people across Scotland to Choose Local. The popular STV weatherman has signed up as ambassador for Scotland Loves Local, encouraging people across the country to get behind businesses in their community. Sean is working alongside Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP), the organisation spearheading the campaign on a series […]
Falkirk businesses hope to cast a spell on Scotland to Choose Local
Businesses in Falkirk are playing a prominent part in celebrating the magical impact of supporting local businesses across Scotland. Members of Falkirk Delivers Business Improvement District are among those featuring as part of Scotland Loves Local – championing the critical need for people to get behind businesses in their community. They are supporting a rallying […]
High Street Hero Marion backs rallying cry for Scots to Choose Local
The selfless shopkeeper crowned Scotland’s High Street Hero has issued a rallying cry for the nation to Choose Local, safeguarding thousands of jobs and building stronger communities. Marion Gilliland received her heroine accolade at last year’s Scotland Loves Local Awards in recognition of her massive contribution to life and business in Cumnock, East Ayrshire. She […]
Coworking can help revive and transform Scotland’s communities
A pioneering social entrepreneur says the rise of coworking could play a major part in keeping Scotland’s town and city centres alive. Claire Carpenter, founder of trailblazing Edinburgh coworking hub The Melting Pot, says a growing network of places where thousands of people can work flexibly and collaborate has the potential to unlock millions of […]