Think local first: New ventures highlight high hopes for Hamilton
Unique local businesses will be at the heart of Hamilton as the town builds a new future. That was the view shared as enterprises in the town joined forces in a demonstration of support for each other – making...
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Scotland Loves Local Week 2024: How you can get involved
Scotland Loves Local Week will return for a second year from August 26th until September 1st 2024 – and there are many ways in which you and your organisation can get involved. The week, organised by Scotland’s Towns Partnership,...
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Local action to shine in the spotlight of national conference
The vision and investment to revitalise Perth is poised to inspire communities across Scotland when the city hosts a significant showcase. Perth Concert Hall will be the venue for the 2024 Scotland’s Towns Conference (STC24) on Wednesday, November 27....
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Scotland Loves Local Gift Card partners hailed as ‘force for good’
A commitment to positively impacting people, places and businesses was the driver for Miconex – the Scottish fintech which delivers the Scotland Loves Local Gift Card – being honoured at the PayTech Awards, in association with Fintech Futures. The...
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Local support will ensure a bright future for our high streets, boutique owner says
A boutique owner has spoken of her growing confidence in a new future for high streets as a major campaign urges Scots to choose local. Lauren Brown owns designer clothes store Sisters and Misters in Falkirk town centre, where...
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‘We employ local, shop local – and would encourage you do do the same’
Watch the video: Local businesses have spoken of the game-changing difference that the support of people in their area means to them and their future. Members of Alloa First Business Improvement District (BID) are among those who have been...
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‘Now is the time to invest in Scotland’s towns and cities’ – business boss
The chairman of a Scottish family leisure activity firm has hailed the £13 million distribution of Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards as a boost for community inclusion. Innoflate is among the brands showing its support for the initiative, praising...
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