One unexpected and welcome outcome from the Coronovirus lockdown, is the way in which many small businesses have been able to adapt, so that they can keep trading.
We’ve seen cafes become grocers, restaurants develop collection and take-away services, shops open e-commerce stores, and salon owners becoming YouTube stars, as they share their skills and expertise with an online audience.
Even during times of crisis, the demand to shop can open up new opportunities in many industries. At Local Directory, we’ve always believed that shopping local plays a vital role, and that no matter what our world will look like in the future, we should all carry on supporting local enterprise.
So, here are 5 reasons why shopping local matters, now more than ever: