Think Local First – that’s the key message of this year’s Scotland Loves Local campaign.
We're backing the initiative by showcasing some of the businesses that make our communities unique.
Running from 13 to 20 June, Scotland Loves Local Week celebrates the small businesses in towns and villages that supply local residents and support the economy.
The theme of this year’s campaign is Flying the Flag for Local Businesses – as Scotland’s national football team competes in the World Cup, communities are being encouraged to show their support by flying the flag for their local businesses and the people behind them.
“Behind every small business is a neighbour, friend or family member from our community, offering a unique, personal service that contributes to making our towns and villages special,” said Provost Kenneth Duffy.
“Local businesses help protect jobs, encourage investment and create vibrant, attractive places to live and work.
“The Scotland Loves Local Week is a reminder to us all to support those small businesses and the people who run them, rather than shopping online or further afield – Think Local First.”
This year’s featured businesses are:
- Christie the Baker – Airdrie
- Little Lions Play Café – Bellshill
- Winning Awards – Coatbridge
- Paul’s Quality Butcher - Cumbernauld
- The Port Gallery – Kilsyth
- Sweet Moments Coffee & Cake – Motherwell
- Homegrown Garden Centre – Northern Corridor
- Crawfords Pharmacy – Shotts
- Wrap & Roll – Wishaw
North Lanarkshire Council has a wide range of support to help businesses grow or start-up including funding, training, recruitment, workshops and events. To discuss your business start-up or growth project, contact Business Gateway Lanarkshire on 01698 520775 or lanarkshire@bgateway.com
Scotland Loves Local is a Scottish Government-backed campaign spearheaded by Scotland’s Towns Partnership. For more information, visit Scotland’s Town Centre Recovery Campaign - Home of the Scotland Loves Local campaign.