‘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...
Share your dream Christmas vision to be in with chance of winning a £1,000 Scotland Loves Local Gift Card
The Scotland Loves Local Gift Card has unveiled its festive Win Your Dream Christmas campaign as the initiative nears a milestone of £15 million loaded...
Love local drive supports vulnerable and protects jobs in Drumchapel
A Glasgow housing association has injected tens of thousands of pounds into the city economy by giving its tenants greater spending power. Cernach, which owns...
The finalists have been announced for the third annual Scotland Loves Local Awards. People, businesses and community organisations are in the running for the accolades...
Scotland Loves Local Gift Card helps people and communities through cost of living crisis
The local revolution: Cards have been used to support people when they have needed help most. Benefits to be highlighted at webinar. The life-improving impact...
High Street Hero Marion celebrates power of community with TV presenter
Television presenter Sean Batty has been hearing from Scotland’s High Street Hero about the town she loves - and the community’s critical support. Cumnock businesswoman...
UK organisations adjust support for service users as 67% expect demand to increase in 2024
As needs continue to evolve post pandemic, research has revealed that 96% of non-profit organisations and charities have changed some aspect of support post pandemic....
East Ayrshire takes CentreStage to star in Scotland Loves Local with Sean Batty
Television weatherman Sean Batty was treated to a rendition of Singing in the Rain as he championed the power of community and choosing local. Members...
Major conference to explore how Scotland can deliver towns for all
Scotland’s Towns Partnership (STP) is joining forces with Dundee City Council to host a major event focussing on the future of Scottish communities. Delegates from...
Time to back local businesses with corporate incentive schemes, say Scots
Scots want employers to do more to support other businesses in their community - incentivising staff with rewards which can only be spent with local...
