The “Legal Tender” Myth vs. The Commercial Reality
Lately, there has been a lot of "Street Lawyer Logic" circulating on social media regarding how businesses should operate. Let’s clear up the confusion. 1. The Logistics of Reality: Why…
Online Didn’t Kill the High Street, Don’t Talk Pish
Every time the high street comes up, somebody says the same thing: “Aye, but online businesses killed it.” Naw. They didnae. Don’t talk pish. What folk actually mean is big…
Who Counts as ‘Local’ When We Say “Shop Local”?
“Shop local” is one of those phrases that feels unquestionably positive. It appears on posters, council campaigns, and social media posts, usually with good intentions. The idea is simple: support…
Is Online Really Killing the High Street?
No matter where you go in the country, you will hear the same concern: online shopping is killing the high street. It is an understandable worry. Town centres matter. They…
Inverclyde’s Crisis Wasn’t Sudden — It Was Obvious Long Before the 1990s
Recent coverage highlighting Inverclyde’s struggles with depopulation, worsening health outcomes, and a fragile economic base has sparked renewed concern. But anyone familiar with the area’s history knows today’s problems didn’t…