MSP Welcomes 10K funding boost for Nairn

 Highlands and Islands SNP MSP, Emma Roddick, has welcomed the announcement that Nairn Connects BID will receive £10,000 from the first round of grants from the Scotland Loves Local Fund.

The fund, announced this week, is supporting over 100 organisations, who will receive a share of the £1.5 million funding boost to help revitalise cities, town centres and neighbourhoods across Scotland. They will encourage support for local economies which were impacted by the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and help restore local tourism, make town centres more environmentally friendly and sustainable, and support communities to refurbish shop fronts and public spaces ahead of the festive season.

Commenting, Roddick said:

MSP Emma Roddick in Nairn recently

“I am well chuffed that Nairn is the recipient of a hefty £10,000 from the first round of grants from the Scotland Loves Local Fund.

“Nairn Connects BID has received this grant money to fund the installation of three power points in Nairn High St to enable street traders or performers to access electricity, and a waterproof sail structure in Castle Square to allow pop-up businesses and community activities to more easily take place.

“This kind of action reinforces the SNP’s determination to support Nairnshire as we recover from the pandemic – helping make sure we create a fairer, healthier, greener, inclusive and more sustainable economic recovery.”