Totnes town, south devon Flashcards
(7 cards)
1
Q
What occured in Totnes 2012?
A
the city fought against globalisation by preventing the building of a costa
2
Q
how many people signed a petition to stop the building of costa?
A
6000
3
Q
What was Totnes named as in 2006?
A
The Uk’s first Transition town
4
Q
what is a transition town?
A
a town which opposes globalisation and prioritises local heritage
5
Q
When was the Totnes pound introduced?
A
2007
6
Q
what did the Totnes aim to do?
A
keep money circulation in Totnes to support the village itself
7
Q
Why and when did the Totnes pound end?
A
in 2019 due to the growing cashless economy
