The SNP Government’s Budget will deliver progress for Scotland, by Scotland – after listening carefully to the people of Scotland and taking action on their concerns.
Key policies which will be taken forward in the Budget which will benefit people in Angus including the introduction of record levels of NHS funding, signalling the government’s commitment to improving healthcare services across the country. This aims to enhance patient care and support the health system in delivering better outcomes
An important highlight is the reintroduction of universal winter heating payments for pensioners, reversing cuts previously made by the UK Labour Government. This initiative ensures that elderly Scots can afford to stay warm during the colder months.
The budget also includes the abolition of Labour’s Two Child Cap, a policy change that will help lift approximately 15,000 children out of poverty. This move is part of a broader effort to reduce inequality and support families in need.
Increased funding for housing will support the construction of 8,000 new homes, addressing housing shortages and providing more affordable living options for Scots. This investment is expected to boost the housing sector and improve living standards.
Finally, the government is delivering on a promise of a fair tax system, ensuring that most people in Scotland pay less tax compared to the rest of the UK, to maintain fairness while supporting public services.
I am delighted at the support John Swinney’s first Budget is offering for people in Angus. It will deliver real progress on people’s priorities – and will offer hope, putting in place the investment for Scotland to win big in the future.
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The First Minister has listened to what people have told him on the NHS – that’s why he is investing record amounts and throwing the whole weight of the government behind improving the health service, making it easier for people in Angus to see their GP and bringing down waiting times.
People across Angus have been let down by the UK Labour Government. While the UK Government’s Budget treated Scotland as an afterthought – this is a Budget that puts the people of Scotland first.
While they cut winter fuel payments, the SNP is introducing universal support and while they push kids in Angus into poverty with the cruel two-child cap, the SNP will scrap it and give thousands of kids a better chance in life.
All this is being achieved while delivering the fairest tax system in the UK – with the majority of people in Scotland paying less tax than south of the border.
That is what you get from a Swinney Government – listening to people’s concerns and taking strong and decisive action to deliver on their priorities.
