‘Choosing local is way more than a purchase’ – business group leader
A business group leader has described the remarkable impact that everyone in Scotland can help make - simply by choosing local. Craig Hume, Chair of...
Malmaison Dundee powers city with tourism initiative and staff rewards
Malmaison Dundee has introduced three new initiatives using the city’s local gift card as part of efforts to drive footfall, spend and tourism in Dundee....
A 12-year-old budding businesswoman has been hailed as a shining example of why everyone needs to choose local and set a springboard to success. Chloe...
Scottish Government minister makes pledge to think local first
The Scottish Government today made a pledge to help boost the national economy by supporting local businesses whenever it can. Employment and Investment Minister Tom...
Coffee, cake and cocktails: New town trails are a real taste treat
The great tastes of three towns are being celebrated as part of the drive encouraging more Scots to choose local. Scotland’s Improvement Districts (SIDs) has...
Gavin’s Mill serves up a treat for Sean Batty in special Scotland Loves Local video
Customers at a community cafe and shop in Milngavie were treated to some star service - courtesy of television presenter Sean Batty. The STV weatherman...
Nairn businesses back rallying call to choose local
A number of businesses across Nairn have signed the Scotland Loves Local Pledge to show their support and commitment to choosing local. Businesses in the...
Scotland Loves Local Week: Seize opportunities to breathe new life into our communities
An influential academic says Scotland can shake-off the negativity surrounding its town centres - by accelerating work to create a better future for them, their...
Scotland’s small business owners say they will band together to help each other thrive. The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) is among the local authorities,...
Scottish Grocers’ Federation highlights critical need to choose local
Convenience store leaders are backing a drive to help inject millions of pounds more into local economies across Scotland. The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) has...
‘Every penny spent with businesses like ours is an investment in the future of our community’
Historic and newer businesses have highlighted the pivotal part that enterprises such as theirs play in building a better future for the areas they serve....
Choose local: ‘It’s about supporting someone’s dream, helping build a community, and ensuring our vibrant independent shops have a future’
A business association leader has spoken of the life-improving impact everyone can make by choosing local and backing 'the bold and brave' in their community....
Sean Batty swaps studio for salon as he champions drive to choose local
Television presenter Sean Batty swapped the studio for the salon as clients enjoyed a little celebrity treatment. The STV star normally spends his days forecasting...
