Local community covers people who are close to business locations. Local communities provide not only labor supply but also a source of demand. Small businesses or sole traders generally rely on sales from around them. Likewise, they also employ local people.
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On the other hand, local communities care about infrastructure, the local environment, and the impact of business on their work and well-being. When companies have a negative effect, they can run protests and petition. It could end up with a lawsuit.