The Scottish Government has published its pay policy for the next financial year. This briefing outlines the main provisions and
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Briefing – Draft Scottish Budget
Our latest briefing on the draft Scottish budget for the next financial year.
Read moreFair funding for local government
Council services have born the brunt of austerity in Scotland. With the draft Scottish budget due on 14 December,
Read moreUK Budget 2017
Our briefing on the UK Autumn Budget 2017 and the implications for UNISON members in Scotland.
Read moreAssessing the impact of austerity cuts
This e-brief is a reminder for UNISON branches of the importance of cuts impact assessments. Branches and Regional Organisers should
Read moree-brief Education Reform
The Scottish government has launched a consultation on the next stage of their programme of education reform. The proposals have
Read moreScottish Budget: Role of Income Tax
The Scottish Government has published a discussion document on the role income tax can play in the forthcoming Scottish Budget.
Read moreBarclay Review and Leisure Trusts
This briefing updates branches on one aspect of the Barclay Review of business rates. The proposal to end the tax
Read moreScottish Government Programme 2017-18
The Scottish Government has published its programme of legislation and administrative actions for the coming parliamentary year. This briefing gives
Read moreBusiness rates review
The Scottish Government established a review of business rates that has now reported. This briefing outlines the review’s recommendations and
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