“We want to find out how to diversify and grow high street activity, and are particularly keen to hear from businesses and members of the public on what makes a successful and thriving town centre.” Claire Baker MSP
Keeping Town Centres Vibrant
It’s A Bustling Winter Wonderland
Kirkwall BID’s Winter Wonderland certainly saw the crowds today, 21st of November.
Social Media Pages: Take Care What You Share
Recently I was ‘tagged’ in a post on Facebook. You have likely seen the ‘Comment, Share and like our page to be entered into a Prize draw,’ but this particular one was for a sought after PlayStation 5.
Shopping Online: Check the Reviews
Shopping online can be great: for folk in lockdown; if you cannot find what you want locally; for shoppers with mobility issues ;for small traders who want to expand their sales.
Spending Ups & Downs in 2020
retail spend, which includes online market places, had a 26% year on year increase in takings and electrical spending increased 43% over the same period.
Analogue life
“I dreamt of shopping last night.”
THE ORKNEY NEWS CHRISTMAS SHOPPING GUIDE!!!!
By Bernie Bell “Here are some suggestions, gleaned from previous items in The Orkney News:-“
RNLI Kirkwall Gift Shop
The shop is open Monday to Saturday from 11am to 2pm.
Spooky Stromness
Shopping local is a great way to support local businesses and charities during Covid19.
Shopping Locally: Supporting Businesses & Communities
“This £1 million fund, delivered by the Scottish Government, is an exciting opportunity for local projects and locally-based online businesses to support town centres and promote their local community. “
