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9/4/2025
Scottish Fiscal Sustainability Report - immediate response
The Scottish Fiscal Commission report highlights the fiscal challenges facing the Scottish and UK governments over coming decades. David Phillips, head of devolved and local government finance at the Institute for Fiscal Studies said, "Today's Scottish Fiscal Commission (SFC) report highlights the fiscal challenges facing the Scottish and UK governments over coming decades as populations age and public service costs rise.9/4/2025
Soy Bean Issues May Affect UK
The UK could face indirect consequences from soybean-related issues in the ongoing tariff war. While soybeans themselves may not be a major import or export for the UK, the broader economic impact of tariffs on global trade could ripple through the economy.9/4/2025
There is no money in a tax haven - Richard Gray
Once upon a time, tax havens hid billions from the view of the world's tax authorities. Then they caused massive disruption.
8/4/2025
How Much Do Countries Depend on Trading - USA Less Than Others - Some Comparisons
Trade as a proportion of GDP varies significantly across the US, UK, and Europe. United States: Trade (exports + imports) accounts for approximately 27% of GDP2.8/4/2025
Business leaders supported to bolster online defences to safeguard growth
Directors and company boards are being urged to shore up their cyber defences using new guidance published today, in a bid to protect their organisations from the growing tide of online threats. Package of measures sets clear steps boards and directors can take to protect their businesses from cyber criminals.
8/4/2025
New survey finds Scottish farmer and crofter wellbeing at a low
A new survey, carried out by the agricultural wellbeing charity, Farmstrong Scotland, has found that farmer and crofter wellbeing is lower than the Scottish population. More than one-third of respondents fell into the low wellbeing category, when compared to the most recent Scottish Health Survey (2023).8/4/2025
Trump threatens new 50% tariffs on China if Beijing doesn't remove retaliatory duties: Live updates
President Donald Trump is threatening new 50% tariffs on China unless Beijing lifts its retaliatory duties on U.S. exports by Tuesday 8 April 2025..8/4/2025
Growing UK-US productivity divide driven by far more than shale gas and ‘magnificent seven'
Britain's already dire productivity record has worsened in the 2020s, in sharp contrast to the US where it has accelerated since 2019. But while this exceptional US performance has been attributed to tech companies and shale gas, there are wider drivers of the UK-US productivity gap that Britain can learn from, according to new Resolution Foundation research published today (Tuesday).
8/4/2025
How much do you need to earn to be wealthy? £213K, according to new insight from HSBC UK
A new report from HSBC UK uncovers a wealth perception gap, revealing that an annual income of £213,000 is what it takes to be considered ‘wealthy' today. That's despite nine in 10 high earners (those earning over £100,000 a year) saying they do not consider themselves as wealthy.8/4/2025
Fundamental misunderstanding' of ‘global trade' - Economist on Trump tariff tactics
Professor of Economics and Public Policy at University of Michigan Justine Wolfers, Reuters White House Correspondent Jeff Mason, NBC's Christine Romans, and NBC’s Gbe Gutierrez join Christina Ruffini on MSNBC to consider the ‘turbulent’ tariff war fallout. Read he comments..
8/4/2025
EU would rather negotiate US tariffs, but will start collecting duties next week
The European Union said it would start collecting retaliatory duties on some imported US goods next week. EU trade ministers agreed they preferred negotiations to remove tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump over retaliation.
8/4/2025
PM remarks at Jaguar Land Rover
Prime Minister Keir Starmer gave remarks at Jaguar Land Rover manufacturing site in the West Midlands. Thank you Rachel and thank you Adrian.8/4/2025
Housing Bill amendments lodged to strengthen tenants' rights in Scotland - Rents To Be Capped
Amendments to the Housing (Scotland) Bill have been lodged by the Scottish Government setting out how rents will be capped in rent control areas. The proposed measures will help protect tenants facing cost of living pressures and rising energy prices, whilst providing appropriate protection for the property rights of landlords and supporting investment.8/4/2025
EU ready to talk to US about tariffs but prepared to defend interests
The EU has said it offered the US a "zero-for-zero" tariff deal on cars and industrial goods weeks before Donald Trump launched his trade war, but that it would "not wait endlessly" to defend itself. Maros Šefčovič, the EU commissioner for trade, said he had proposed zero tariffs on cars and a range of industrial goods, such as pharmaceutical products, rubber and machinery, during his first meeting with the US commerce secretary, Howard Lutnick, on 19 February.
8/4/2025
Government and industry to train up Clean Power Army
Government and industry to train up 'clean power army' of apprentice engineers, welders, and technicians. Clean energy sector to create thousands of new apprenticeships as part of Plan for Change.
8/4/2025
Scotland Needs UK Support To Face Economic Uncertainty
First Minister John Swinney has called for a new package of support for industry from the UK Government in the face of global economic uncertainty. As financial markets react to global events, Mr Swinney has called on the Prime Minister and the Chancellor to change their fiscal rules and commit to a package of investment to support business, workers and consumers.8/4/2025
AI Energy Council to ensure UK's energy infrastructure ready for AI revolution
Industry heavyweights from the energy and technology sectors will descend on Whitehall today (8 April 2025) for the first meeting of the UK's new AI Energy Council. New AI Energy Council holds first round of talks on delivering the power which will drive the UK's AI ambitions.
8/4/2025
UK Trade Envoy to Bangladesh visits Dhaka to boost trade partnership
UK Trade Envoy to Bangladesh, Rt. Hon.
8/4/2025
Scottish Government Baling Out Dundee University
Dundee University announced it is to cut 632 jobs in a bid to address a £35m deficit. Staff were informed of the news by interim principal Shane O'Neill at a meeting in the university, which was also held online.8/4/2025
Over 1,500 extra GPs recruited to fix front door of the NHS
New figures show an extra 1,503 GPs have been recruited since 1 October thanks to government action. New figures show over 1,503 extra GPs have been hired through new scheme since 1 October.Our Social Media
