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June 19, 2026
‘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...

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June 10, 2022
Nominate your community champions in the Scotland Loves Local Awards
Heroic efforts to support Scotland’s high streets and tackle the challenges of climate change in communities will be recognised at special awards. Enterprise, creativity and...
April 7, 2022
Local gift cards drive retail and hospitality recovery in Scotland
Two years on from the onset of pandemic restrictions, a business leader is highlighting the power of local gift cards to drive retail and hospitality...
February 24, 2022
New Documentary aims to inspire adventures close to home
A new documentary exploring gravel routes around the council boundaries of Clacksmannanshire, east Lothian, Falkirk and Glasgow aims to encourage exploration of familiar surroundings. ‘Explore...
February 21, 2022
First Minister announces £80m Covid Economic Recovery Fund
A new £80 million Covid Economic Recovery Fund targeting support for businesses and communities will help Scotland as it moves to a new phase in...
February 11, 2022
Show some love for your local businesses this Valentine’s Day
Couples across Scotland are being urged to love local and boost their area’s economy as they spend Valentine’s Day together. The team behind the Scotland...
February 7, 2022
Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards unlock exciting opportunities
Businesses across the country are cashing in on being part of the groundbreaking Scotland Loves Local Gift Cards - and more are being urged to...
January 26, 2022
Phil Prentice: Scotland’s Covid-19 recovery will grow successfully from nation’s grassroots
When - almost two years ago - the nation was ordered into lockdown, it was the people immediately around us to whom we turned for...
January 19, 2022
Scotland’s Trade Fair – NEW DATES – 27-29th March 2022
Scotland's Trade Fair has been rescheduled to take place on 27th - 29th March 2022.  Seek out new products from a myriad of Scottish suppliers...
December 22, 2021
Online market launched as Edinburgh West End issues ‘choose local’ rallying cry
Businesses in Edinburgh’s West End have joined forces in a rapid response to keep seasonal trade alive in the wake of heightened coronavirus concerns. Shops,...
December 17, 2021
Scots shoppers urged to stay safe and choose local amid Omicron restrictions
Shoppers across Scotland are being urged to think safety first and stay local in the Christmas countdown as new coronavirus restrictions come into force. Town...
December 10, 2021
Cross-party MSPs get behind Scotland Loves Local campaign
Members of the Scottish Parliament from across the political spectrum lined up in support of Scotland Loves Local in a wide-ranging parliamentary debate this week....
December 8, 2021
‘The importance of town centres needs to be recognised’
The importance of town centres must be recognised - and everyone can play their part in embracing change to create a vibrant future for them....