The SNP have published their economic policies for the Holyrood
elections, outlined their 10 key proposals to grow the Scottish economy.
These plans include the launch of a £5m Saltire award for
innovation, a reduction in business rates and reducing the size of the
Scottish Executive. They also plan to convene a Council
of Economic Advisers to help lead the national effort on growth,
modelled on the American body of the same name, which provides the
President with objective economic analysis and advice on the
development and implementation of a wide range of domestic and
international economic policy issues.
The party also plans to develop a Scottish population strategy, to have lighter business regulation, and to invest in the arts by providing tax exemptions for Scottish artists, modelled on an similar example in Ireland.
Speaking at the launch of the ‘Let Scotland Flourish’ strategy, Scottish National Party leader Alex Salmond said:
“As First Minister, I will do everything in my power to build
Scottish success. I want to see more Scots in better paid jobs, and
small businesses freed from the burden of business rates. These
companies form the lifeblood of local economies across Scotland, and
the SNP will give them opportunity to grow.
“The SNP have the ambition, ideas and policies to build Scottish
success – our economy can be more successful and Scottish families
wealthier.
“Over the past 12 months, the SNP have been consulting on our
proposals with communities, businesses and organisations across
Scotland, and I am proud to present the SNP's ideas for a new focus on
sustainable economic growth.”
Shadow Enterprise Minister Mr Jim Mather MSP added:
“Our plans include new measures to support business start-ups,
research and support community focused social enterprises – three areas
where the right investment can drive forward job creation and economic
growth.
“And we will promote economic growth in areas ranging from
developing Scotland's vast renewable potential to the promotion of our
important arts, culture and tourism sectors.
“Taken together, they offer the opportunity to take our economy on
to a higher plane of growth, with the benefits felt by families and
communities in all parts of Scotland.”
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