Spend locally now

I APPLAUD Tony Ibbott for his well-researched contribution asking Tasmanians to support local and compete globally to help us recover from the crisis caused by COVID-19 (Talking Point, May 23). He has explained in simple English the estimates of economic multipliers. He has given examples of how Tasmanians have been at their best in times of crisis.

Like Tony, I urge Tasmanians that “now is the time to buy local and keep as many businesses afloat and as many people in work as possible, to position us ready to take advantage when the recovery comes”.

Ike Naqvi Tinderbox