Chamber and committees

Growing Scotland’s Economy

Submitted by: Stephen Flynn, Aberdeen Deeside and North Kincardine, Scottish National Party
Date lodged: Monday, 08 June 2026
Motion type: Motion For Debate
Motion reference: S7M-00290
Current status: Due to be taken in the Chamber on Tuesday, 09 June 2026

That the Parliament recognises that higher economic growth is essential to delivering long-term prosperity, tackling child poverty, improving public services and achieving climate ambitions; agrees that supporting enterprise, investment, innovation and trade is key to maximising productivity and increasing sustainable and inclusive economic growth; supports action to remove unnecessary barriers to success; acknowledges Scotland’s economic potential, including its key strengths in sectors such as energy, food and drink, financial services, and space, and endorses a continued focus on economic growth to build a more resilient, prosperous, and fairer Scotland for all.

Supported by: Tom Arthur

Amendments

Motion ref. S7M-00290.1

Growing Scotland’s Economy: Amendment 1: Amendment

Submitted by: Liam McArthur, Orkney Islands, Scottish Liberal Democrats, Date lodged: Monday, June 8, 2026