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…
Inverclyde Can Do More — If We Stop Saying “Maybe Later”
If there’s one thing Scotland does well, it’s understatement. We can turn a victory into a fluke, an achievement into “luck,” and an idea into “Aye, but it’ll never work.”…
Inverclyde 2.0: Now Hiring! (Maybe. Hopefully. Please?)
Ah, Inverclyde. Land of rolling hills, scenic Clyde views, and the sweet, lingering scent of “remember when we had jobs?” Yes, once upon a time, Greenock was the proud host…
Inverclyde’s Great Retail Mystery: Where Are the Shops (and the Parking)?
If there’s one thing councils across the UK love, it’s making it as difficult as possible to park anywhere near a shop. Inverclyde Council is certainly keeping up with the…
The Need for Retail Diversity in Tewkesbury Borough
From what I’ve observed in both Tewkesbury and Bishop’s Cleeve, there seems to be a noticeable lack of diversity in the types of shops available. Outside of the supermarkets, the…