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Majority of firms say Scottish Government does not understand business

More than two thirds also say ministers do not engage with them enough on policy.

Evening Standard · Oct 5

Why the Scottish Government can't keep running from council tax reform

EARLIER this year, YouGov polling for Tax Justice Scotland found a staggering 83 of Scots want a fairer system to replace Council Tax with more…

The National (Scotland) · Sep 6

BBC blasted for defying experts on GERS and Scottish independence

The BBC has been blasted for misleading Scots on what GERS figures show about Scottish independence

The National (Scotland) · Aug 12

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Using GERS to attack Scottish independence ‘is to misuse it’, top institute warns

TO use the annual GERS report into Scotland’s fiscal position in the UK to attack the economics of an independent Scotland “is to misuse it”,…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 11

Scotland budget crisis: Next government faces brutal squeeze, economists warn

Scotland stands on the brink of a financial crisis, yet election rhetoric largely sidesteps the approaching budget difficulties. Analysts predict that challenging times lie ahead due to the relentless growth of public spending that outpaces revenue streams. This dilemma is intensified by mounting pressures for higher public sector salaries and…

The Times of India · May 5

Businesses in Scotland remain ‘pessimistic’ on economy, survey finds

Many companies also reported they had no preparations for net zero.

Evening Standard · Oct 8, 2025

Labour urged to reverse 'damaging tax on Scottish jobs' following key report findings

LABOUR have been urged to reverse their “damaging tax on jobs” following a key report which showed the hike in national insurance payments is…

The National (Scotland) · Aug 1, 2025

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Economic slowdown linked to global uncertainty amid Trump tariffs – think tank

The Fraser of Allander Institute now expects Scottish economic growth of 0.8% in 2025 and 1.0% in 2026 – a slight downgrade from its April forecasts.

The Independent UK · Jul 3, 2025

Hospitality firms need support to improve pay and conditions, report finds

The Fraser of Allander Institute said improving the industry could help the Scottish Government meet its child poverty targets.

The Independent UK · Jun 23, 2025

Scotland faces '£900m in cuts due to Chancellor's statement', expert analysis warns

SCOTLAND'S top respected financial institution has given an initial verdict on Rachel Reeves's Spring Statement, noting "significant…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 26, 2025

Top financial institutions give verdicts on SNP's Scottish Budget

TWO respected financial institutions have given their verdict on the SNP Government Budget, noting a “significant increase” in public service…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 4, 2024

Shona Robison has ‘limited room for manoeuvre’ in Budget, think tank warns

FINANCE Secretary Shona Robison only has “limited room for manoeuvre” in next week’s Scottish Budget, experts have warned, despite the…

The National (Scotland) · Nov 29, 2024

Renewable energy jobs rocketed in Scotland in 2021, experts say

JOBS in Scotland’s renewable energy sector rocketed by more than 50 in 2021, research has indicated.

The National (Scotland) · Dec 18, 2023

Scottish Government facing £1.5bn black hole as future 'depends on Westminster'

THE Scottish Government is facing a funding black hole of £1.5 billion next year in what experts have described as one of the “most challenging…

The National (Scotland) · Dec 15, 2023

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The National (Scotland) · Nov 23, 2023

BBC Scotland editor changes Grangemouth report over 'incorrect' data

THE BBC has updated a story about the closure of Grangemouth oil refinery after an “incorrect” statement was included ...

The Independent UK · Aug 29, 2023

Just 9% of firms believe Scottish Government understands business, poll suggests

The results come as First Minister Humza Yousaf has attempted to be more business friendly.

Insider UK · Jun 29, 2023

Scottish Government outlines 'a different way of working with business'

The New Deal for Business Group makes its recommendations to the First Minister

Insider UK · May 10, 2023

Spring brings optimism as Scottish business sentiment rises

Almost every sector of the economy reported an improvement in the volume of business

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