Community Economy

2 articles

A vibrant farmer's market scene with diverse people enjoying fresh, local produce, highlighting community connection and abundance.

Why Do Local Ingredients Matter in 2026?

For every £10 spent with a local food box scheme, a remarkable £25 cycles back into the local area, significantly outperforming the economic retention of supermarket spending.

Hannah Pierce·September 20, 2026

A small, independent bookstore struggling against the shadow of a large chain store, highlighting the need for systemic change.

Community

Conscious consumerism can't save local businesses without systemic change.

During the pandemic, 1 in 5 small businesses closed permanently, despite overwhelming pro-local sentiment from consumers.

Derek Molina·August 6, 2026