Economy and Fair Work Committee
Pre-Budget Scrutiny 2023-24
Background
The Economy and Fair Work Committee is undertaking pre-budget scrutiny ahead of the publication of the Scottish Government’s Budget for 2023-24.
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.
The purpose of pre-budget scrutiny is for Committees 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.
The Committee agreed at its meeting on 29 June 2022 to focus its pre-budget scrutiny on women’s contribution to the economy, and the impact of the cost crisis on businesses.
Following the evidence sessions, the Committee will consider the evidence heard and write to the Cabinet Secretary with its recommendations.
Timetable
- 29 June 2022
The Committee considered its approach to Pre-Budget Scrutiny.
- 28 September 2022
The Committee took evidence from Close the Gap and Women’s Enterprise Scotland.
- 5 October 2022
The Committee took evidence from the Scottish Tourism Alliance, Unite Hospitality, and UKHospitality.
- 26 October 2022
The Committee will hear from representatives from sectors with high energy usage. Following this session, the Committee will consider the evidence heard across all three sessions and agree a letter with its recommendations.