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Although the headlines might discuss labour shortages, labour market statistics show that the number of jobs in the economy is still significantly below pre-pandemic levels. Although the transition training fund is welcome, it will account for a small fraction of the jobs shortfall.
Committee reports
Date published:
18 November 2025
Membership changes
The following changes to Committee membership occurred during the Committee's pre-budget scrutiny:
On 19 June 2025, Elena Whitham MSP replaced Gordon MacDonald MSP
On 26 June 2025, Alexander Stewart MSP replaced Liz Smith MSP
On 2 September 2025, Michael Marra MSP replaced Paul O’Kane MSP
On 2 September 2025, Carol Mochan MSP replaced Ma...
Membership changes
There were 4 changes to the membership of the Committee since the last pre-budget scrutiny:
On 7 November 2023, Ivan McKee MSP replaced Stephanie Callaghan MSP.
Statistical integrity
As stated in its written submission to this Committee, RSS—
…strongly urges the Committee to call for Scotland’s current rules on pre-release access to be revised. We believe that such privileged access undermines public trust in official statistics as, for example, it creates opportunities for figures to be “spun” to the media or “bu...
Scottish VAT Assignment
The Committee’s pre-Budget and Budget report suggested the methodology for VAT assignment in Scotland could be a source of volatility in Scotland’s public finances.
As I said, I will look at the case, if at all possible, before the pre-election period starts. I, too, am proud that the Scottish National Party Government continues to strengthen social security support and maximise incomes for our most vulnerable.
Of plan 1, in August 2021, the SNP First Minister said: “This plan will drive the recovery of our NHS—not just to its pre-pandemic level, but beyond.” Instead, we are doing 50,000 fewer operations compared with pre-pandemic levels.