Shona Robison Makes Urgent Announcement on Spending Cuts
Tuesday, 3 September 2024, 14:10
Shona Robison's Fiscal Strategy
In her latest announcement, Shona Robison, the Finance Secretary, outlined critical funding challenges facing Scotland. She reminded the chamber of the difficult fiscal outlook detailed in last year's Medium Term Financial Strategy. With a projected funding gap of £1bn in 2024/25, increasing to £1.9bn by 2027/28, Robison indicated the need for immediate action.
Measures to Address the Budget Gap
- Robison announced various spending cuts to mitigate the upcoming budget deficit.
- Her measures aim to support public service delivery while ensuring fiscal responsibility.
- Further urgent action is necessary to achieve a balanced budget for 2024/25.
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