Question reference: S6W-16528
- Asked by: Alexander Stewart, MSP for Mid Scotland and Fife, Scottish Conservative and Unionist Party
- Date lodged: 30 March 2023
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Current status: Answered by Shona Robison on 27 April 2023
Question
To ask the Scottish Government when the Cabinet Secretary for Finance next plans to meet with the Chancellor of the Exchequer.
Answer
I have written an introductory letter to the Chief Secretary to the Treasury which was copied to the Chancellor of the Exchequer. I will meet with the Chief Secretary on 2 May to discuss matters such as the cost of living crisis, NHS funding and the Scottish Government’s priorities.
I would welcome a meeting with the Chancellor to discuss the key issues facing Scotland, including how the UK Government might use its reserved powers to provide more support for our people, businesses and public sector through these difficult times.