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The Fraser of Allander Institute at the University of Strathclyde is an independent economic research unit providing expert analysis and insight on the Scottish economy. fraserofallander.org
7/ This is made much worse by the large gap by 29-30 in the MTFS, and looks impossible to close on tax alone - tax rate hikes would be v large because of Scottish income distribution. A degree of lower health spending growth would be required
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
7/ This is made much worse by the large gap by 29-30 in the MTFS, and looks impossible to close on tax alone - tax rate hikes would be v large because of Scottish income distribution. A degree of lower health spending growth would be required
6/ The adjustment necessary at UK level is not too severe, requiring modestly bearing down on health spending growth and slightly increasing taxes. But the effects on the Scottish Budget would be severe, because much of the long-term ScotGov funding is health consequentials
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
6/ The adjustment necessary at UK level is not too severe, requiring modestly bearing down on health spending growth and slightly increasing taxes. But the effects on the Scottish Budget would be severe, because much of the long-term ScotGov funding is health consequentials
5/ We have a deep dive into UK and Scottish fiscal sustainability.
Once we account for fiscal drag over the long-run, taxes are due to go up by >8% of GDP, or £250bn in today's terms. But poor productivity growth means that still isn’t enough to stop debt rising
Once we account for fiscal drag over the long-run, taxes are due to go up by >8% of GDP, or £250bn in today's terms. But poor productivity growth means that still isn’t enough to stop debt rising
January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
5/ We have a deep dive into UK and Scottish fiscal sustainability.
Once we account for fiscal drag over the long-run, taxes are due to go up by >8% of GDP, or £250bn in today's terms. But poor productivity growth means that still isn’t enough to stop debt rising
Once we account for fiscal drag over the long-run, taxes are due to go up by >8% of GDP, or £250bn in today's terms. But poor productivity growth means that still isn’t enough to stop debt rising
1/ ICYMI: Scotland’s Budget Report 2026-27 is live today!
Here's the key takeaways from our report that you should know about the upcoming Scottish budget on Tuesday 13th Jan... 🧵
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Here's the key takeaways from our report that you should know about the upcoming Scottish budget on Tuesday 13th Jan... 🧵
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January 9, 2026 at 12:01 PM
1/ ICYMI: Scotland’s Budget Report 2026-27 is live today!
Here's the key takeaways from our report that you should know about the upcoming Scottish budget on Tuesday 13th Jan... 🧵
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Here's the key takeaways from our report that you should know about the upcoming Scottish budget on Tuesday 13th Jan... 🧵
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Support for people with learning disabilities should reflect daily experiences, communication & wellbeing. Our collaboration with SCLD, PAMIS & DHI explores how person-owned data stores can help do this, while also enhancing the evidence base. Read more: buff.ly/acN7Umg
December 2, 2025 at 10:14 AM
Support for people with learning disabilities should reflect daily experiences, communication & wellbeing. Our collaboration with SCLD, PAMIS & DHI explores how person-owned data stores can help do this, while also enhancing the evidence base. Read more: buff.ly/acN7Umg
How effective are Scotland’s employment programmes for people with learning disabilities?
Our latest blog looks at what available data tells us across Scotland.
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Our latest blog looks at what available data tells us across Scotland.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
How effective are Scotland’s employment programmes for people with learning disabilities?
Our latest blog looks at what available data tells us across Scotland.
Read more 👇
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Our latest blog looks at what available data tells us across Scotland.
Read more 👇
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Our latest blog looks at how Scotland is progressing with annual health checks for people with learning disabilities — covering the latest data, NHS Board variation, funding, and upcoming review and research.
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October 29, 2025 at 9:25 AM
Our latest blog looks at how Scotland is progressing with annual health checks for people with learning disabilities — covering the latest data, NHS Board variation, funding, and upcoming review and research.
Read more here: fraserofallander.org/tracking-pro...
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As we get deeper into Autumn, the named storms are starting to turn up, Glasgow’s characteristic horizontal rain is drenching us again and the fiscal horizon isn’t free from a smattering of dark clouds either.... and yes we do keep this metaphor going through the blog!
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October 3, 2025 at 3:26 PM
As we get deeper into Autumn, the named storms are starting to turn up, Glasgow’s characteristic horizontal rain is drenching us again and the fiscal horizon isn’t free from a smattering of dark clouds either.... and yes we do keep this metaphor going through the blog!
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EVENT: What is the future of the hospitality and tourism industry in Scotland?
📍Monday 10 Nov | 10 – 2pm | Glasgow
📅Join us in to explore our latest research and hear from employers, employees & industry leaders
Free to attend, find out more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future...
📍Monday 10 Nov | 10 – 2pm | Glasgow
📅Join us in to explore our latest research and hear from employers, employees & industry leaders
Free to attend, find out more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future...
October 2, 2025 at 2:40 PM
EVENT: What is the future of the hospitality and tourism industry in Scotland?
📍Monday 10 Nov | 10 – 2pm | Glasgow
📅Join us in to explore our latest research and hear from employers, employees & industry leaders
Free to attend, find out more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future...
📍Monday 10 Nov | 10 – 2pm | Glasgow
📅Join us in to explore our latest research and hear from employers, employees & industry leaders
Free to attend, find out more: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-future...
Want to build a stronger, more inclusive team? 💡 Join our 2-hour interactive workshop for employers on hiring & supporting neurodivergent people and those with learning disabilities. Gain confidence, practical tools & fresh insight.
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September 26, 2025 at 10:20 AM
Want to build a stronger, more inclusive team? 💡 Join our 2-hour interactive workshop for employers on hiring & supporting neurodivergent people and those with learning disabilities. Gain confidence, practical tools & fresh insight.
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And that's a wrap! Massive thank you to all the Fraser team for organising, and to all the attendees and guest presenters for bringing such great energy and discussion. Here's to the next 50 years of the Fraser of Allander Institute 🎉 #FAI50
September 19, 2025 at 4:35 PM
And that's a wrap! Massive thank you to all the Fraser team for organising, and to all the attendees and guest presenters for bringing such great energy and discussion. Here's to the next 50 years of the Fraser of Allander Institute 🎉 #FAI50
What better way to round off our conference than with a look ahead to the 2026 Holyrood election with Professor Sir John Curtice? #FAI50
September 19, 2025 at 1:37 PM
What better way to round off our conference than with a look ahead to the 2026 Holyrood election with Professor Sir John Curtice? #FAI50
Thank you to Peter MacMahon for chairing our next session on making economics accessible for the public, with three fantastic editors to discuss. #FAI50
September 19, 2025 at 12:37 PM
Thank you to Peter MacMahon for chairing our next session on making economics accessible for the public, with three fantastic editors to discuss. #FAI50
"If we don't make these choices, our successors will be faced with an even tougher environment."
Auditor General Stephen Boyle on the need to prioritise effective prevention of health inequalities. #FAI50
Auditor General Stephen Boyle on the need to prioritise effective prevention of health inequalities. #FAI50
September 19, 2025 at 9:25 AM
"If we don't make these choices, our successors will be faced with an even tougher environment."
Auditor General Stephen Boyle on the need to prioritise effective prevention of health inequalities. #FAI50
Auditor General Stephen Boyle on the need to prioritise effective prevention of health inequalities. #FAI50
SHERU's second annual report is now live. Our attendees got an exclusive look at the findings and recommendations this morning before launch. #FAI50 buff.ly/hog5bHK
September 19, 2025 at 9:01 AM
SHERU's second annual report is now live. Our attendees got an exclusive look at the findings and recommendations this morning before launch. #FAI50 buff.ly/hog5bHK
Mairi Spowage in conversation with Michael Marra MSP, discussing parliamentary committees and the role of research in holding government to account. #FAI50
September 18, 2025 at 1:04 PM
Mairi Spowage in conversation with Michael Marra MSP, discussing parliamentary committees and the role of research in holding government to account. #FAI50
Charandeep Singh and Jack Norquoy highlight the benefits of their strategic relationships with the Fraser, including robust data for business #FAI50
September 18, 2025 at 9:13 AM
Charandeep Singh and Jack Norquoy highlight the benefits of their strategic relationships with the Fraser, including robust data for business #FAI50
Marc Crothall, Chief Executive of Scottish Tourism Alliance and co-chair of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Leadership Group, reflects on his relationship with the Fraser: the THILG's participation in Serving the Future has positively impacted their strategy. #FAI50
September 18, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Marc Crothall, Chief Executive of Scottish Tourism Alliance and co-chair of the Tourism and Hospitality Industry Leadership Group, reflects on his relationship with the Fraser: the THILG's participation in Serving the Future has positively impacted their strategy. #FAI50
Deloitte is collaborating with us to create a podcast series covering innovation and sustainability in Scotland which you can listen to now. More episodes coming soon! #FAI50
September 18, 2025 at 8:54 AM
Deloitte is collaborating with us to create a podcast series covering innovation and sustainability in Scotland which you can listen to now. More episodes coming soon! #FAI50
Kicking off our first panel is Angela Mitchell, Practise Senior Partner for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Deloitte. Looking forward to hearing more about the role of business-resrarch collaboration. #FAI50
September 18, 2025 at 8:43 AM
Kicking off our first panel is Angela Mitchell, Practise Senior Partner for Scotland and Northern Ireland, Deloitte. Looking forward to hearing more about the role of business-resrarch collaboration. #FAI50
