Description

Participants:

• Dr Hannah Randolph, Economist, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde
• Professor Mairi Spowage, Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde
• João Sousa, Deputy Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde

Timestamps:

(00:25) The challenging backdrop to the Scottish Budget

(05:28)  The impact of the Autumn Statement on the Scottish Budget

(08:33) Spending commitments from the Scottish Government since the Medium-Term Financial Strategy

(13:55) Options for reforming Scottish Income Tax

(22:51) The Scottish Government's constraints on borrowing

(26:49) Main areas to look out for on Budget Day