The implications of the Scottish Budget

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πριν 2 χρόνια 16:25

Chair: Ciara Crummey, Economist, Fraser of Allander Institute
Guests: Professor Mairi Spowage, Director of the Fraser of Allander Institute

Timestamps:
(00.22) Key changes announced in the December budget
(03.22) Were there any surprise announcements?
(08.14) Effect on consumers and businesses
(11.18) How has the budget been received?
(13.14) How this ties in with the UK budget?

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The implications of the Scottish Budget

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Chair: Ciara Crummey, Economist, Fraser of Allander Institute
Guests: Professor Mairi Spowage, Director of the Fraser of Allander Institute

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#Science #Politics #News #Social Sciences #Economy #Poverty #Scotland #United Kingdom #Economics #Government #Fraser Of Allander Institute

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