Many Rossendale residents find themselves frustrated – and perhaps a little sad – at the amount of local shops and services closing down each month.
‘Buy Local Week 3rd – 9th June’ is a campaign supported by The Best of Rossendale, a local company which champions recommended independent businesses in the area for the benefit of residents and businesses alike. The core element of the campaign is to get people to do more for the area – a simple sticker in a window or car is one way but just changing how we spend can make a huge difference to the local economy.
The campaign has the full support of bestof Rossendale's team, “We have distinctive and wonderful independent shops and businesses in our area, but we shouldn’t take them for granted. ‘Buy Local’ reminds us that they need the support both of residents and local policy makers.
“We need to learn from other areas that have bucked the trend of empty shops and declining parades. With everyone committed to supporting local business, combined with a loyal and active community, we can do the same.”
“Areas without a variety of shops and services lack life, vibrancy and that all-important pint of milk!”
“Locals who go to www.thebestof.co.uk/rossendale to pledge their support during Buy Local week 3rd – 9th June, will also be entered into our daily prize draw. Every day, for 7 days, 5 lucky supporters will win £100 to spend at a great thebestof local business. Get pledging and it could be you!”
Business owners wishing to display a Buy Local window sticker or to get more involved, should contact The Best of Rossendale via www.thebestof.co.uk/rossendale or call 01706 281 320 for further details of how to do your bit!
