Since its introduction in 2007, as part of a Spending Review, it has been developed as an outcomes-based framework underpinning the Scottish Government’s entire policy agenda.https://spice-spotlight.scot/2022/03/11/guest-blog-the-national-performance-framework-new-report-on-accountability-and-incentives/
The NPF’s purpose is to—
create a more successful country
give opportunities to all people living in Scotland
increase the wellbeing of people living in Scotland
create sustainable and inclusive growth
reduce inequalities and give equal importance to economic, environmental and social progresshttps://nationalperformance.gov.scot/what-it
To help achieve its purpose, the NPF sets out National Outcomes that describe the kind of Scotland it aims to create.