Scottish Government

The Scottish Government is facing criticism of an inconsistent policy regarding state funding for defence companies, as Scottish Enterprise, the government's enterprise agency, refuses to provide £2.5 million in funding for a proposed Rolls-Royce welding skills centre in the Glasgow area. A Sc

Another round of funding of £100,000 has been announced by the Scottish Government and innovation support organisation Interface to encourage businesses outwith Scotland to collaborate/partner with academics, bringing in knowledge, skills and potential jobs. The Scottish Inward Investment Fund

The Scottish Fiscal Commission (SFC) has unveiled its latest economic and fiscal forecasts, indicating a slight improvement in the Scottish Government's available funding for 2025-26, which is now projected at £59.6 billion. This figure is almost £0.8bn higher than December 2024 estimate

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has urged the Scottish Government to learn lessons from the Visitor Levy before introducing powers to impose an additional charge on cruise ships. The Scottish Government is consulting on the benefits and challenges associated with implementing a local author

A cruise ship levy could help to ensure residents benefit from Edinburgh’s popularity as a cruise ship stop.

Scotland is set to implement a new six-point export plan aimed at bolstering trade and assisting companies in navigating global challenges. Announced within the First Minister’s Programme for Government, a key element involves creating a dedicated US Export Plan to pinpoint promising American

First Minister John Swinney has set out the SNP Government's new Programme for Government, outlining several of financial commitments aimed at easing cost-of-living pressures and fostering a more supportive business environment in Scotland. For businesses, the First Minister pledged no further diver

The Scottish Chambers of Commerce (SCC) has called for an immediate focus on business at the heart of today’s Programme for Government review. SCC chief executive Dr Liz Cameron CBE said: “With the economy stagnating and businesses now feeling the full impact of the rise in NICs, we urge

Communities across the North East and Moray will benefit from over £8 million of funding to create jobs in low carbon industries and enhance green and net zero skills. The Scottish Government’s Just Transition Fund (JTF) helps finance industry and community projects working towards the t

Aberdeen & Grampian Chamber of Commerce (AGCC) has written to First Minister John Swinney calling for a Programme for Government that puts economic growth and energy pragmatism at its core. In a detailed submission ahead of the policy agenda’s publication on Wednesday, the chamber –

A consultation has been published on the potential for certain exemptions from rent controls or increases above the rent cap.

Scotland will respond to the ongoing global economic uncertainty by highlighting its economic strengths and making clear it is open for business, Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes has said. Speaking ahead of a trade and investment visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Ms Forbes promised the Scott

Scottish Business Minister Richard Lochhead has embarked on a visit to China and Japan to strengthen economic, social, and cultural links, reinforcing that Scotland is open for business. During the trip, he will engage with government officials, potential investors, and key companies. The Minis

Scotland's First Minister, John Swinney, has highlighted Scotch whisky's role as a "passport to attract international investment" during a visit to New York. Concluding a trip focused on promoting Scottish trade, Mr Swinney chaired a roundtable discussion with representatives from the Scotch Whisky

The employer National Insurance increase, which came into effect yesterday, will have a significant impact on public services and cause economic damage for business, Finance Secretary Shona Robison has said. The estimated cost to organisations delivering public services in Scotland is over £70