Growing the economy

An experimental statistics publication for Scotland.

The following information relates to projects with a capital value of £5 million or more which are at the outline business case (or equivalent) approved stage or beyond.

This pipeline provides information relating to key major infrastructure programmes with an investment of £20 million or more included at Annex D of our Infrastructure Investment Plan, published in February 2021.

Scotland's Climate Assembly published their full report on 23 June 2021. It included 81 recommendations for the Scottish Government, who had six months to respond. This response sets out the existing and proposed actions that government will take in order to address their recommendations.

A report on the impact of inflation on devolved social security assistance as required under section 86A of the Social Security (Scotland) Act 2018.

The Scottish Budget sets out the Scottish Government’s proposed spending and tax plans for 2022 to 2023, as presented to the Scottish Parliament.

This framework document launches the Scottish Government's resource spending review process. It sets the scene for the development of multi-year resource spending plans and opens our public consultation.

This is the fourth Medium Term Financial Strategy (MTFS) published by the Scottish Government. The MTFS provides the context for the Scottish Budget and the Scottish Parliament.

The Equality and Fairer Scotland Budget Statement (EFSBS) 2022-23 assesses where the Scottish Government is proposing to spend public money and how it aims to reduce inequality. The EFSBS is a supporting document to the Scottish Budget and should be read alongside associated Budget publications.

Kelvin Hall will host major TV broadcasters and production companies.

Joint document between the Scottish Government and businesses setting out our shared commitment to co-development, collaborative delivery and collective assessment of policies impacting business. Based on trust and mutual respect it provides a framework for our engagement with business.

An experimental statistics publication for Scotland

Independent report produced by the short-life Public Interest Journalism Working Group outlining their recommendations to the Scottish Government on developing a sustainable future for public interest journalism in Scotland.

Delivering key investment in the economy.

Our response to the Scottish Funding Council (SFC) review of Coherence and Sustainability: A Review of Tertiary Education and Research which we committed to respond to under our Programme for Government. We welcome and broadly accept the review recommendations.

Independent analysis of responses to the consultation on Scottish skills requirements for energy efficiency, zero emissions and low carbon heating systems, microgeneration and heat networks for homes. This consultation ran from 5 February 2021 to 30 April 2021.

Vaccinated traveller policy also expanded.

This consultation seeks views on achieving this vision and ensuring Fair Work remains at the heart of our labour market interventions, particularly in the context of COVID-19 and EU Exit, by identifying the relevant challenges and opportunities for Fair Work across the Scottish economy.

Scotland to align with UK testing regime.

Programme for Government focuses on economic transformation.

Screening Report for the Island Communities Impact Assessment undertaken for the National Development Plan for Crofting.

Wearing of face coverings vital to limit COVID-19 spread.

This paper sets out the Scottish Government’s response to the call for evidence by the Migration Advisory Committee's (MAC) call on Intra-Company Transfers. It provides evidence on the use by businesses with a base in Scotland as well as outlining how the route could be made more responsive to the needs of the Scottish economy.

Everyone, from private individuals to businesses and organisations are invited to help shape a local food strategy for Scotland. This consultation is the first stage in a strategy to make high quality food accessible to all and promote the benefits of local food.

Working with trades unions to ensure fair recovery and just transition.

The Scottish Government has made a commitment to developing an Islands Bond - offering 100 bonds of up to £50,000 to young people and families to stay in or to move to islands currently threatened by depopulation. This consultation is inviting comments to inform the development of this policy.

Report highlighting the progress made against the initial recommendations contained within the Youth Guarantee - No-one Left Behind: initial report, as well as outlining the next steps against the commitments made in the supporting activity plan.

Guidance notes for businesses completing the Scottish Global Connections survey due out later this year.

Leading experts appointed to new Advisory Council.  

Urgent clarity required

A child rights and wellbeing impact assessment to consider the impacts on children’s rights and wellbeing as a result of the replacement of National Qualifications exams in 2021 session with an Alternative Certification Model, due to COVID-19.

Equality impact assessment to consider the impacts on groups with protected characteristics and/or those experiencing socio-economic disadvantage of replacing the examination diet for National 5, Highers and Advanced Highers in 2020 to 2021 with an alternative certification model.

Delivering a green economic recovery.

Large retail businesses are currently able to open on New Year’s Day. This consultation is being held to seek the views of shop workers, retail businesses and others on whether the current law should change so that large retail businesses must close on New Year’s Day.

Over £26 million to close the digital divide.

Cash will strengthen vital sector during COVID recovery.

Building a sustainable recovery that protects and creates jobs. 

Results from the Scottish Employer Skills Survey 2020.

List of countries by region for the Scottish global connections survey to accompany the guidance notes.

Additional investment of more than £5 million.

An Experimental Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Commitment to tackle inequality.

Supporting the future workforce.  

£78 million investment for global research hub in Scotland.

Kick-starting economic recovery after COVID-19.

Geography, background or ability should not be a barrier to getting online.

Wider roll-out of 4G and 5G technology.

Growing number pledge their support.

The Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture has been working closely with the banks in Scotland since the start of the COVID-19 crisis to better understand how we can facilitate economic recovery.

Driving Scotland’s economic recovery.

Supporting 45,000 jobs.

Independent analysis of consultation responses to the Scottish Government's Draft Infrastructure Investment Plan 2021-22 to 2025-26. The consultation ran from 24 September 2020 to 19 November 2020.

The Capital Spending Review sets out our capital allocations for the financial years 2021-2022 to 2025-2026 which underpins the five-year Infrastructure Investment Plan published alongside it.

The Infrastructure Investment Plan outlines a coherent, and strategic approach to delivering our National Infrastructure Mission. The Plan demonstrates the vital role infrastructure has to play in helping businesses and communities to adapt and recover from the COVID-19 pandemic.

Problems for Scottish companies ‘multiplying’ in first four weeks.

Investing in jobs and skills.

Protecting Scotland’s recovery and renewal.

Monthly GDP Estimates for November.  

Increased fund to go live this week.

Almost £1 million to support people into work.

Payments made to firms from October to December 2020.  

Funded projects will create green jobs and benefit communities.

The Scottish Government’s response to the Advisory Group on Economic Recovery report “Towards a Robust, Resilient Wellbeing Economy for Scotland: Report of the Advisory Group on Economic Recovery.”

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Contract signed for the £384 million R100 North of Scotland lot.

£49 million package for new Stornoway Deep Water Terminal. 

Creating opportunities for every young person in Scotland.

Accelerating digital adoption by small and medium-sized firms.

First Minister launches Scottish National Investment Bank.

Finance Secretary urges UK-wide support from Spending Review.

Meeting Scotland’s distinctive needs and priorities.

The monthly economic brief provides a summary of latest key economic statistics, forecasts and analysis on the Scottish economy.

An Experimental Statistics Publication for Scotland.

£20.51 million to unlock mountain’s potential.

Responding to COVID-19.

State of the Economy report published.

Expertise and experience wanted to help tackle poverty and inequality.

Launch of £10 million fund.

Benefits to reach every corner of Scotland.

Autumn Budget Revision outlines latest funding allocations.

An Experimental Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Creating jobs of the future.

Extension of scheme could save thousands of jobs.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Internal Markets Bill threatens Scottish economy.

Helping Scotland transition to a net-zero economy.

Programme for Government 2020-21.

Proposed missions for the Scottish National Investment Bank. It explains the Bank’s mission-oriented approach and why these are the right missions for the Bank to adopt. This document will be laid in the Scottish Parliament for consultation.

New body to drive economic recovery.

Tax receipts and deficit affected by pandemic.

An Experimental Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Provides a summary of latest key economic statistics, forecasts and analysis on the Scottish economy.

Funding for digital and workforce training.

Actions for economic recovery from COVID-19.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

£2.1 million for South of Scotland projects. 

Funding for final growth deal.

Funding for regional deal.

An Experimental Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Focussing on support for youth jobs.

Guidance published to help recovery of vital sector.

£9.7 million of Scottish Crown Estate revenue to be distributed. 

Tax changes will be introduced next week.

The monthly economic brief provides a summary of latest key economic statistics, forecasts and analysis on the Scottish economy.

Shoppers encouraged to safely support local businesses.

Advisory Group report published.

Report from the independent Advisory Group established by the Scottish Government to advise on Scotland’s economic recovery in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Initiative will see £230 million invested in a range of projects.

Sector prepares for return to business.

Provides a summary of latest key economic statistics, forecasts and analysis on the Scottish economy.

Gradual recovery from COVID-19 crisis expected.

Small B&Bs now covered by support scheme.

Up to £2 million of potential new opportunities to help fleet. 

Increased investment in new national centre.

Support to work safely.

Additional £40 million of support for key sectors.

Applications open for lifeline support schemes.

UK Government urged to fill gaps in funding schemes.

Independent expert advice to guide economic response to COVID-19.

Emergency Scottish legislation in response to coronavirus.

Economy Secretary announces help for companies.

Behaviour fuelling perception of food shortages.

Providing support during economic emergency.

Immediate action in response to COVID-19.

Finance Secretary responds to UK Budget.

Funding to develop tourism in North Ayrshire.

Finance Secretary writes to Chancellor.

Monthly summary of key economic events, data, surveys, trends and forecasts for the UK and Scottish economies.

Proposed deal damaging for Scotland.

EU talks plan sets “extraordinarily low bar.”

4G programme delivers first mast.

Rural Economy at risk.

State of the economy report published.

Digital hubs launched across South of Scotland.

Tackling the climate emergency and protecting public services.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Figures show growing value of European market.

This version has been superseded by version 3 published in September 2020 at https://www.gov.scot/publications/scotlands-census-2022-equality-impact-assessment-results-v3-0/.

Accreditation award is the first in the UK.

Wellbeing focus needed to deal with challenges of our time.

New website among range of actions.

First Minister stresses importance of international links.

Any new trade deals must avoid ‘race to the bottom’.

Paving the way for the Scottish National Investment Bank.

£500k to regenerate local economy.

Initiative to maximise river’s potential.

Delivery of full fibre broadband.

Nick Halfhide due to take up role on 3rd Feb.

Fund supporting projects to create new jobs.

Brexit uncertainty continues to affect economy.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Technical report accompanying the Scottish EPS 2019 research report providing background information on the methodology used.

Comprehensive research report outlining the results of a survey of employers in Scotland regarding their approach to recruitment and training.

Official statistics release covering the key statistics in the Scottish Employer Perspectives Survey (EPS) 2019.

Scottish Budget to be published post-Christmas.

An Official Statistics publication for Scotland.

Future employment opportunities to be discussed.

Report by the independent, Expert Advisory Group on Migration and Population situates Scotland's demographic circumstance in a wider context and looks at various international examples of immigration systems that have been designed to offset demographic challenges and other related shortages.

Work to look at collaboration in key policy areas.

Funding to support regional projects.

Exit agreement predicted to hit Scottish economy. 

Councils across the Highlands and Islands back Scottish Government policy.

Consultation responses back regulation.

Global climate emergency and repopulation on the agenda.

Official call for projects to feature in the Scottish Government's first Green Investment Portfolio.

Recruitment under way as work progresses on ferries.

Export costs to increase.

Scottish National Investment Bank progress.

Funding to create more than 260 new jobs.

Revised equality impact assessment (EQIA).

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economic Adviser to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context.

Records the development of our Hydro Nation policy agenda and reports on progress since the publication of the fifth annual report in 2018.

Economic output contracts.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Commitment to work with sector to tackle challenges.

Scotland’s total goods exports rise by 14.5%. 

Additional funding doesn’t mitigate impact of austerity. 

An evidence paper to accompany Scotland’s Future Skills action plan.

Call for UK Government to set out Scotland’s share of investment.

Shipyard to be taken into public control.

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

Funding for regional growth deal.

Social and economic benefits of Deposit Return.

State of the Economy report published.

Recent developments in the global, UK and Scottish economies, and analysis of the performance of, and outlook for, the Scottish economy.

Manufacturing and construction help grow the economy.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Information about our work to create the Scottish National Investment Bank.

Planetarium and activity centre created in economic regeneration plan.

Plan to increase the value of exports by 2029.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

Provisional figures for 2018-19 released by Accountant in Bankruptcy.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Assesses the potential impact that a Scottish National Investment Bank on the rights and wellbeing of children and young people in Scotland.

Created to support employer-led solutions to overcome workforce and workplace inequalities.

Scottish funding at record high levels.

Our response to the UK Migration Advisory Committee call for evidence on the shortage occupation list.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Construction and the services sector boost the economy.

Funding for cross border growth deal.

New members appointed to the Trade Board.

£12m agreed for regeneration project.

Increased work-based learning opportunities across Scotland.  

Nationwide apprentice network to inspire next generation.  

Over 1,300 Graduate Apprenticeship places for 2019/20.

Scottish National Investment Bank Bill published.

Potential costs on businesses in Scotland that may result from the creation of Scottish National Investment Bank.

How Scottish National Investment Bank's ethical approach will be developed.

Analysis of responses to our consultation on accepted recommendations requiring legislation that came out of the Barclay Review of non-domestic rates. The consultation ran from 25 June until 17 September 2018.

MSPs back £42.5 billion budget.

Illustration of the potential impact that a no-deal Brexit - leaving the EU on the 29th March 2019 without a transition period or agreement on any future trade deal and wider economic relationship - could have on the Scottish economy over the next 12-24 months.

First Minister: UK Brexit deal is ‘self-defeating.’

Trade links highlighted during Paris visit.  

Scottish Government stepping up ‘no deal’ preparations.

Brexit uncertainty impacting Scotland’s economy.

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economic Adviser to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context, including Brexit impact analysis.

Analysis of responses to Scottish National Investment Bank consultation which ran from 5 September to 31 October 2018.

Group to look at 30 year strategy for Scotland’s infrastructure needs.

Engagement with corporate leaders in North America.

£6 million awarded to local food processors.

World-leading expertise uniting to support social enterprise.

Deal reached with Green Party.

Majority of growth in exports to EU countries.

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

A National Statistics publication for Scotland.

2018 findings of the Anholt-GfK Roper Nation Brands IndexSM (NBI) on Scotland’s international reputation.

Risks of higher consumer prices, loss of labour and EU funding.

Review of the publications and case studies regarding how planning can support the economy, and how the economy can support creating great places.

Package of support including a Building Scotland Fund £26.8m loan.

Additional £100m to be provided through the Scottish Growth Scheme.

£50m for new transport and industry projects.  

Files from 2003 now open to public.

Statistics show record business investment in research and development.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

First Minister urges UK Government to scrap settlement scheme fees.

Scotland must have say in determining quota and effort limits.

EU trade and agreements worth £16.4 billion to Scotland.

UK confirms ‘significant progress’ agreeing frameworks with devolved administrations.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Economy Secretary responds to announcement by Michelin on the closure of their Dundee site. 

£5 million to support links between academic research and industry.

Online tool aimed at all companies.

Funding to support world leading research.

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economic Adviser to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context.

First Minister opens £54 million building.

The publication presents economic statistics for industrial categories defined as part of the marine sector.

The National Council of Rural Advisers' report detailing their final recommendations to Scottish Ministers.

Innovative approach will trial and showcase a potential model for smaller town use.

GDP rise outstrips official forecast in second quarter of 2018.

Supporting growth in aerospace technology.

£6 million digital network launched.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Revenues increase as economy accelerates.  

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Funding released to help mitigate impacts of adverse weather.

An overview of how the Council operates, and the areas they focused on from 2016 to 2018.

Response to the Scottish Expert Advisory Panel on the Collaborative Economy report.

First Minister's presentation at the London conference about how Scotland promotes innovations.

New research to improve monitoring of wild salmon stocks.

FM announces £172,000 fund to promote collaborative working.

Scottish economy continues to strengthen in 2018.

Fifth consecutive quarter of growth.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

New initiative to improve health of wild salmon.

Edinburgh, Glasgow and Aberdeen in UK top 10 for attracting inward investment.

Research shows Brexit could be harmful to seafood industries’ trade.

Finance Secretary calls on UK Government to change course on austerity, immigration and Brexit.

City Region to receive £50.1 million in total from the Scottish Government.

Publication of official statistics. 

Economic growth plan announced.

Fishing vessels and processing businesses to benefit from £6.9 million funding.

A national statistics publication. 

Progress made in tackling the gender gap and youth employment.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland 

Protecting rural Scotland from Brexit.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Investment includes road, rail and hospital

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Recovery of human DNA to help solve bird of prey offences.

Impact of technological changes on Scottish jobs.

More than two thirds of taxpayers to pay less under new system.

GDP grows 0.3% in 2017 Quarter 4

£33m investment by Aggreko in research and development.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Business Minister announces revisions to widen appeal of pioneering scheme.

200 new posts this year at recruitment firm.

Minutes and papers from the Convention of the Highlands and Islands (CoHI) meeting, held on 12 March 2018.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Plans take shape as recommendations published.

Work First Scotland and Work Able Scotland, 2017, Quarters 1, 2 and 3.

Cross-party support for tailored policy for Scotland.

Reforms benefit lowest earning taxpayers.

More than £4.8 million shared between businesses.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

“Overwhelming case” for Scotland-specific system.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

EU migrant workforce is ‘essential’.

NHS, economy and the low paid to benefit

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland

2,662,000 people in employment.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland

Environment Secretary challenges UK Government over deposit return.

2018 a pivotal year for growth.

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economic Adviser to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context.

Partnership and funding announcement

GDP grew by 0.2% in the third quarter of 2017.

"Next few months are a window of opportunity" says First Minister.

Research to map the effects of climate change.

New report finds seafood processing sector reliant on non-UK workers.

Seven tonnes exported.

Spending on the economy to increase by 64%.

Public services protected despite cuts to Scotland’s block grant.

Economic expansion at centre of spending plans.

Investing in the NHS, protecting low earners, backing Scotland’s economy.

2,653,000 people in employment.

£440 million deal at annual negotiations.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Rural Economy Secretary sets out priorities for annual negotiations.

Budget will prioritise growth and innovation.

Jobs to be created through investment. 

£1.1 million to applicants in first round of funding.

Members will maximise benefits of public investment.

First Minister outlines commitment at conference.

Finance Secretary responds to UK Government financial plans.

Call for measures to offset Brexit threat.

Clean water for Pakistan.

Strong jobs market drives pick-up in growth.

Clarity needed on withdrawal from EU.

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economic Adviser to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context.

Up to £400,000 to boost the environment.

Start-ups sector is “thriving”.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

EU workers’ positive contribution to economy.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

New rate will benefit thousands of people.

New approaches to taxation published.

Research highlights barriers mothers face to paid work.

Landmark agreement with COSLA reached.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Scottish Parliament endorses ban.

Biospyder and Acadian seek new opportunities in Scotland.

Business needs certainty over trade agreements.

47% of exports are to EU.

Economy Secretary meets Fife businesses.

Pledge to step up efforts to build on progress.

Next steps for city region deals outlined.

Highland and Islands exemption must be protected.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

GDP grows by 0.1% over second quarter of 2017.

Aberdeen innovation facility unveiled.

Accounts given clean bill of health for twelfth year running.

Annual report of consolidated financial results of the Scottish Government, its Executive Agencies and the Crown Office.

Audited annual financial statements of the Scottish Consolidated Fund for the financial year 1 April 2016 to 31 March 2017.

Supporting document providing details of changes to the Level 2 and 3 budgets in the Budget Scotland Bill 2017-2018.

On track for record year of generation.

Short report summarising the key findings from the Scottish household survey 2016: annual report.

Results from the 2016 edition of the continuous survey based on a sample of the general population in private residences in Scotland.

FM confirms locations in Dundee and Glasgow.

Parties invited to share proposals.

Employment at record high, unemployment at joint record low.

Increase of 2.9% during 2016-17.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Finance Secretary Derek Mackay addresses Scottish Parliament regarding his plans to act on the recommendations of the Barclay review.

First Minister outlines government backing to increase exports.

£10 million to deliver in-work training.

Submission by the Council of Economic Advisers, regarding institutions to support patient capital and economic development, to the UK Government consultation on industrial strategy

Terms of reference for the plan to implement a Scottish National Investment Bank, as announced in the Programme for Government 2017.

Funding for food and drink careers education in schools.

Embracing the future and advancing our economy.

Economic benefits of new food and animal health research.

Assessment of the economic impacts generated by the Rural and Environment Science and Analytical Services Division's research programme.

Refreshed action framework to promote female entrepreneurs, focusing on mentoring, networking, role models, finance and support.

Greater proportion of 16-19 year olds in education, training or work.

£2.5 million for 13 projects across Scotland.

Scotland’s fiscal position improves and tax revenue grows.

National Statistics publication estimating the contribution of revenue raised in Scotland towards goods and services provided in Scotland.

Report of the external Barclay review into tax rates for non-domestic properties, with recommendations for rates system reform.

Issued on behalf of the Barclay Review Group

Analysis of responses to the call for evidence issued by the Scottish Expert Advisory Panel on the Collaborative Economy in April 2017.

Unemployment and inactivity falls over the quarter.

£1.5 million investment announced to maximise production and reduce costs.

Funding crucial for north east growth.

Unemployment rate falls in Scotland, while employment rate rises.

Safeguarding investment in Edinburgh and South East Scotland.

Major investment delivering new homes.

Oil and Gas stabilises as economy grows by 0.8%.

Publication of scientific advice.

Call for urgent meeting to discuss full implications of the funding agreement.

Equalities Secretary Angela Constance addresses the Joseph Rowntree Foundation conference on Scotland's inclusive economy.

Strengthening the sustainability of the industry.

Developing the Young Workforce launched in the islands, and nationwide scheme extended until 2021

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon addresses the Scottish agricultural gathering one year on from EU referendum.

South of Scotland agency leads wide-ranging business and skills review.

£8.9m for Lightweight Manufacturing Centre.

Fund to improve and align support services.

SME support fund among projects affected.

Rate at lowest level since before recession.

Growth outlook remains positive.

Raising attainment, improving retention at Scotland’s world class colleges. 

Hawick projects to create around 55 jobs

On track for 30,000 by 2020 target.

Civil Litigation Bill introduced.

More opportunities for work-based learning.

New pilots to boost coastal communities.

Summary publication of results from the Annual Population Survey 2016, presenting analysis on the labour market, education and training.

Summary of statistical results from the Annual Population Survey 2016, presenting analysis on the labour market, education and training.

Scotland retains top UK region status outside London for foreign direct investment.

800th Living Wage employer accredited.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Environment Secretary confirms appointment.

New high quality office space and hundreds of jobs for the city centre

New protection measures.

A summary of the actions the Scottish Government has taken with partners in 2016 and 2017 in pursuit of the Europe 2020 Strategy.

Farm business level estimates of average incomes for the accounting year 2015 to 2016, which relates to the 2015 crop year.

Annual report outlining key achievements over the course of 2016 and looking forward to developments in 2017 and beyond.

£6.4 billion of infrastructure projects underway.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Information request and response under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.

Action plan setting out the first steps in Scottish Government's social enterprise strategy, in particular pertaining to inclusive growth.

Scottish rate lower than the UK’s.

North America contracts for Scottish gin, seafood and cheese.

Employment in low carbon and renewables up by more than a third.

FM welcomes announcement that Marriott International plans to open seven new hotels in Scotland.

Growth slows after Brexit vote and North Sea challenges.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

New jobs created by US firm.

Control of multi-million pound assets will benefit local communities.

Economy Secretary confirms new structure to boost productivity.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Economy Secretary Keith Brown updates Scottish Parliament on the progress of the enterprise and skills system review.

Hundreds of jobs for Glasgow as Genpact expands European base.

First Minister signs joint economic declaration.

£10 million fund open for applications.

Pioneering technology to power almost 60,000 homes.

Record youth unemployment rates continue. 

Industry focused on £8bn target.

Funding for new roads and land.

Grants to support 29 community projects across country.

UK Government must end austerity and protect public services

Berlin innovation and investment hub will boost trade.

Report produced tri-annually by the Chief Economist to provide a picture of the Scottish economy in an international context.

Milestone for SPRUCE fund.

Report setting out options for the potential scope, structures and functions for a new statutory board for our enterprise and skills agencies.

Additional backing for more than 9500 premises.

Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Constitution Derek Mackay MSP delivers a speech to Scottish Parliament.

Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Constitution Derek Mackay MSP delivers a speech on Scotland's income tax rates to Parliament.

European funding to support sector.

Additional funding for Enterprise, policing and local government.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland

Inverness and Highland City Region Deal is signed.

Budget Bill introduced to Parliament.  

£110 million benefit to Scotland from last year’s event at Royal Troon.

Scots accessing statutory debt solutions show little movement, according to Accountant in Bankruptcy figures

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Membership of new Trade Board confirmed

UK Government must give greater clarity about budgets

Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Jobs and Fair Work, Keith Brown, comments on GDP statistics.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

City Region Deals boosting jobs and local economies.

A year in the life of building the Queensferry Crossing

Parliamentary statement by Finance Secretary Derek Mackay MSP upon the publication of the Draft Budget 2017-2018.

Strategy to boost economy.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Employability Minister requests further information from UK Government.

Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Constitution Derek Mackay MSP responds to the UK Chancellor's Autumn 2016 Statement.

Minister for Transport and the Islands Humza Yousaf MSP delivers a speech about proper representation of Scotland's island communities.

First contract under newly devolved powers.

UK Government should commit to City Region Deals.

Signing completes agreement.

Finance Secretary calls for growth in wake of Brexit.

Continued strong links with Europe.

Keith Brown calls for parliamentary consensus over single market membership.

Programme and supporting documents for the 17th National Economic Forum meeting that took place on 26 October 2016.

Stability over quota allocations for fisheries industry.

Certainty for over £700m of farming, fishing and structural funds projects

Industry endorsement for 30,000 Modern Apprenticeship target.

An Official Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Workers contributing to Scotland's financial growth.

Outlines Scottish Ministers' decisions to achieve stronger governance across a coherent enterprise and skills system.

A National Statistics Publication for Scotland.

Devolved administrations meet the Chief Secretary to the Treasury.

European funding for small and medium-sized enterprise.

Latest statistics show encouraging signs for labour market.

An overview of how the Council operates, and the areas they focused on from 2015 to 2016.

More renewable heat than ever before.

Annual report of consolidated financial results of the Scottish Government, its executive agencies and the Crown Office, prepared in accordance with IFRS.

The audited annual financial statements of the Scottish Consolidated Fund for the financial year 1 April 2015 to 31 March 2016.

First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP delivers a speech to the Institute of Directors concerning Scotland's outlook following the EU referendum.

Budget revisions set out in the Budget Bill 2016-2017.

The Scottish Government's Programme for Government 2016 to 2017 sets out the actions we will take in the forthcoming year and beyond.