Working Together to Realise Scotland’s Potential
The First Minister has set out his ambitions for Scotland’s economy during a speech in Glasgow this morning.
Speaking at the Barclays Campus in Glasgow’s financial district, First Minister John Swinney outlined his government’s approach to economic policy making.
Mr Swinney said that poor decision-making at UK level, typified by Brexit and immigration policy, means the Scottish Government must work even harder with its limited powers to help businesses and workers thrive.
The First Minister stressed his determination to bring hope and optimism, and that he will “go all out” to encourage economic investment.
He has indicated that policy making will be governed by:
- Moderate left of centre, progressive values
- A partnership approach with unions and business
- A focus on actions
- Problem solving based on evidence
The First Minister highlighted significant announcements in Scotland’s renewable energy sector this week, as well actions the Scottish Government is taking to boost high growth businesses.
I welcome the First Minister’s vision for continuing to boost Scotland’s economy in a proactive and collaborative way.
GRAEME
Under the SNP, the Scottish Government aims to do all it can, within the limitations of devolution, to maximise our country’s potential.
A prosperous and thriving society is dependent on a strong economy, and despite Westminster mismanagement Scotland is very well positioned to capitalise on a green energy boom.
The SNP’s priorities are those of the people and businesses of Scotland, and the Scottish Government is determined to deliver growth for the benefit of all.
My goal is to help people live happier and healthier lives with higher living standards and to help businesses boost profitability.
FIRST MINISTER JOHN SWINNEY
The evidence shows that independent countries that are comparable to Scotland are wealthier and fairer than the UK.
Scotland has the talents and resources to match that performance with independence but in the here and now and in the face of Brexit we must work even harder to help Scotland’s economy with the powers we have.
I will go all out to encourage investment in Scotland and I will ensure people know my government is a firmly pro-business administration.
A partnership with trade unions and business will be at the core of my approach and through that approach and given our resources, not least incredible renewable energy, we should look to the future with hope and optimism.
Background
Community Energy Generation Growth Fund – gov.scot (www.gov.scot)
