We’re joined once again by data analyst Stuart Donald to explore the impacts of inequality — including some unexpected links to how we vote. There’s data, there are graphs, and there are a few “wait, really?” moments along the way. Whether you love a good chart or just a good conversation, this episode delivers.
Key themes:
00:00:51 The Equality Trust data sets
00:02:45 Inequality is strongly associated with societal problems
00:04:12 Income inequality and recycling rates
00:08:28 Inequality and democracy
00:12:13 Inequality and mental health stigma
00:17:14 Inequality and infant mortality
00:22:01 Would PR at Westminster be bad for Scotland?
00:31:07 Why Europe needs immigration
00:40:19 Projections for Holyrood 2026
Find out more about inequality graphs at https://equalitytrust.org.uk/evidence-base/the-spirit-level-at-15/
Also you can follow @inequalitynews on Bluesky
Holyrood seats projection image from @ballotbox.scot on Bluesky
Immigration projections image originally from the Guardian.
#inequality #proportionalrepresentation #stuartdonald
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