The Economy and Fair Work Committee is undertaking pre-budget scrutiny ahead of the Scottish Government’s 2026-27 budget.
In line with the recommendations of the Budget Process Review Group (BPRG) report, Scottish Parliament committees undertake pre-budget scrutiny in advance of the publication of the Scottish budget.
Committees are required to provide comment to the Scottish Government, in the form of a letter or report, at least six weeks prior to the Scottish budget with the aim of influencing the budget when priorities are set.
To inform its pre-budget letter, the Committee will take evidence from:
The inquiry was discussed at the following Committee meetings:
The Committee has sent and received the following correspondence during the inquiry:
Letter from the Chair of the Scottish National Investment Bank to the Convener, 30 September 2025