Bristol Pound Blog
November 16, 2020
In this blog, I’ll highlight some of the ways in which blockchain has been used by non-profit organisations. Perhaps these could provide some inspiration for other […]
November 2, 2020
As Bristol Pound transitions into Bristol Pay, and begins looking into the future, it is useful to look at others who have tried to use alternative […]
October 11, 2020
In this blog, I’ll be explaining a bit about blockchain and also why it can be useful for non-profit organisations. Aspects, such as better security and […]
September 16, 2020
What is Timebanking? In short, this is a project which focuses on using time as an alternative currency; one hour is worth one time credit. Once […]
September 3, 2020
Taking a look at what has been dubbed “a great economic experiment” in Berkshire, Massachusetts. BerkShares are a form of local currency based in Berkshire, Massachusetts. […]
August 23, 2020
Taking a look at how SamenDoen carries out its aim of community cohesion and boosting local economy One of the best ways to understand the direction […]
July 29, 2020
The work of local organisations and the parallels that can be drawn between them My name is Qazzally, I am currently studying History and Religious Studies […]
July 27, 2020
Tenino’s Wooden Money – The story of a small town in the US that created its own currency. COVID-19 has revitalised the debate over how best […]
July 2, 2020
David Birch, The Currency Cold War In this timely book, published during lockdown, David Birch sets out the need for an international debate about the future […]
June 17, 2020
As retailers begin to reopen and queues of shoppers form once again around the country, this week marks the beginning of the end of England’s economic […]
April 28, 2020
Many of you will remember being asked (/pestered) to participate in some research towards the end of summer last year. We are really excited to share […]
April 9, 2020
Bristol Pound is happy to announce it has entered into partnership with e-wallet provider Payji Ltd. The partnership paves the way for the development […]
March 13, 2020
Supplier of the Week – Where we celebrate the independent wholesale businesses of the Bristol Pound community. This week’s featured supplier is Wild Grove, a company […]
March 13, 2020
There’s no shortage of great places to get a coffee in Bristol. Whether you’re looking to grab a quick latte on your way to work, or […]
March 6, 2020
We’re meeting the businesses in Bristol Pound’s network who are making the most of our Premium Business Services. We want to hear the stories about their […]
February 28, 2020
In January I had the difficult task of sharing my concern that we might have to close the £B digital currency because of a lack of […]
February 26, 2020
We’re meeting the businesses in Bristol Pound’s network who are making the most of our Premium Business Services. We want to hear the stories about their […]
February 21, 2020
With Bristol’s proud identity and vibrant community of artists, it’s unsurprising that the city is full of unique gift shops. Whether you’re trying to get yourself […]
February 12, 2020
We’re meeting the businesses in Bristol Pound’s network who are making the most of our Premium Business Services. We want to hear the stories about their business, […]
February 4, 2020
Bristol’s Best Breakfasts Bristol is well known for its eclectic range of independent restaurants and cafés. There’s no shortage of great places to pick up an […]
January 31, 2020
Bristol Pound Business & Individual Members were welcomed to The Waterfront Meeting Rooms on a grey Thursday morning to connect and to talk about the future […]
January 24, 2020
Supplier of the Week – Where we celebrate the independent businesses of the Bristol Pound community. Our featured supplier this week is The Community Farm, a […]
January 22, 2020
We’re meeting the businesses in Bristol Pound’s network who are making the most of our Premium Business Services. We want to hear the stories about their […]
January 17, 2020
It’s decision time for the future of the Bristol Pound. Bristol Pound has developed an international reputation as a leading local currency over the last […]