Event: Jonathan Haskel and Stian Westlake – ‘Capitalism without Capital’
Policy Scotland is delighted to welcome Johnathan Haskel and Stian Westlake to the University of Glasgow to discuss their new book ‘Capitalism without Capital’.
Economic analyses and critiques, including a focus on sustainability, inclusive growth and the community economy.
Full text of lecture by Sir Martin Donnelly
Sir Martin Donnelly lecture in September 2018 at the University of Glasgow: ‘Britain after Brexit: the political and economic choices ahead’.
Ruth Davidson lecture: Building a stronger future for Britain – Full text
In this lecture in May 2018, Leader of the Scottish Conservatives Ruth Davidson MSP set out her vision for improving the Scottish economy and addressing challenges such as Brexit and immigration, health funding, education and housing.
Single minded? The Child Poverty (Scotland) Act and lone parent households
This guest blog from John H. McKendrick welcomes the Poverty and Inequality Commission’s advice on reducing child poverty and reflects on parts that are specifically relevant to single parent families.
Child poverty pledges require bold action to redirect resources
Stephen Sinclair argues that to meet its own ambitious child poverty goals, the Scottish Government must focus public services where they are most needed, and ensure employers play their part.
Reflecting on the Child Poverty Strategy 2014-2017
Evan Williams argues that the success of the Child Poverty (Scotland) Bill will rely on policy initiatives that explicitly target welfare and housing provision.
Publication: Reports for the Poverty and Inequality Commission
Several reports from Policy Scotland to support the work of the Poverty and Inequality Commission.
Scotland’s Place in Europe: People, Jobs and Investment – A Timely Analysis
Anton Muscatelli, Principal of the University of Glasgow, reflects on Brexit process nine months after the triggering of Article 50.
Community Benefits, Infrastructures and Major Capital Investments Roundtable
A roundtable on Community Benefits, Infrastructures and Major Capital Investments.
Muscatelli – Time for a grown up debate on tax
Reflections on devolution and tax by Anton Muscatelli, Principal of the University of Glasgow.