The Scottish Government is facing a massive £2.1bn budget “black hole” this year, according to bombshell leaked documents.
Civil servants suggested scrapping a planned rise to the lifeline Scottish Child Payment and axing a £50m fund for young people to help balance the books. Departments have also been asked to “model“ two per cent cuts to get a grip on public spending.
A Government spokesperson last night said they remained “committed” to the SCP and the £50m fund.
