A place to mention heroes

Takethedogalong
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edited September 2019 in General Chat #1

And Heroines of course as well. Came across this lovely story today, and thought it might make a good opening post for a place to add interesting people who are unselfish and generous, and deserve thanks and praise.

I love Harris Tweed, in fact we bought a Harris Tweed covered sofa and wing chair earlier in year, which we love. Goes with the stove and The Labradors😁

A generous deed https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-highlands-islands-49553545

 

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  • Oneputt
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    edited September 2019 #2

    Fantastic way to keep the sharks at bay and maintain the local economy

  • brue
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    edited September 2019 #3

    Nice story TDA, I buy direct from Harris is I'm looking for Harris Tweed, I've got a nice throw and a bag that I use a lot.

  • Bakers2
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    edited September 2019 #4

    What a super thing to do. There are some lovely folks in this world. Let's hope it continues to thrive.

  • cyberyacht
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    edited September 2019 #5

    Sadly so many business fall prey to asset strippers with scant regard for employees, customers or the local community. BHS and Philip Green springs to mind as an example. Going back further you had Rupert Muckswill until he jumped/fell off his yacht.

  • CJDM
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    edited September 2019 #6

    .... or pushed ?

  • DavidKlyne
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    edited September 2019 #7

     I would have been more sympathetic if the business had been given to the workers and held in trust. Handing over the business to one person solves nothing.

    David

  • Cornersteady
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    edited September 2019 #8

    Good thread. Nice to hear.