Denbighshire residents are being urged to support local traders this winter.
A campaign
highlighting the wealth of businesses, goods and services available in
Denbighshire is being launched as the county appeals for people to shop and buy
local this winter.
The campaign
is an extension of the #lovelivelocal initiative, with a push to encourage
people to spend their money in the county, to encourage businesses to showcase
their products or services on social media and to entice old and new customers
to town centres.
As well as
supporting businesses and the local economy the campaign aims to encourage
sustainable shopping by buying local produce and reducing long car journeys.
Councillor
Hugh Evans OBE, Leader of Denbighshire County Council, and Lead Member for the
Economy, said: “The purpose of this campaign is to remind people of the
wonderful businesses we have in Denbighshire, to shop and use local services
wherever possible to keep the Denbighshire economy thriving and lower our
carbon footprint.
“It has been a
difficult 18 months for businesses and we have been providing support to
traders through Welsh Government funding and our Economic and Businesses
Development team.
“We think it’s
more important than ever to push the #lovelivelocal message to our residents
and remind everyone there are many shops in our towns and villages that offer a
wide range of products, from food and drink to beauty and fashion, from arts
and crafts to professional services.
“A walk into
our towns and villages will reveal some hidden gems. We want to help businesses
showcase their products, to encourage people to visit and to surprise and
excite the consumer about what is on offer.
“Give
Denbighshire businesses a go and #lovelivelocal.”
As part of the
campaign the Council is sharing social media assets with traders and
encouraging them to shout about their businesses online.
Shoppers can
help by sharing great experiences and products on social media to let people
know you have shopped local this winter and encourage others to #lovelivelocal
too.
* You can get involved by visiting http://www.denbighshire.gov.uk/en/business/business-support/love-live-local.aspx
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