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An economy that works for women
Public spending decisions that recognise the different challenges faced by women and men
A feminist green recovery that invests in tackling inequality
From our blog
What does £7.6 million mean? Reflections on stage 1 and stage 2 of the 2026-27 Scottish Budget Bill Mar 9: Our Economic Empowerment group met last week to consider Stage 1 and Stage 2 of the Scottish Budget bill, the final legislative step in the Scottish Government’s annual budget process.
How good was this year’s Strategic Integrated Impact Assessment? The Women’s Economic Empowerment Group share their views Feb 9: At the latest meeting of our Women’s Economic Empowerment Project, we explored how the Scottish Government considered equalities within its budget-setting process, particularly in relation to its duties under the Public Sector Equality Duty (PSED).
Does the Draft Scottish Budget Meet Women’s Needs? The Women’s Economic Empowerment Group Discuss Jan 23: The women’s economic empowerment group met after the Cabinet Secretary presented her budget to Parliament last week. The discussion focused on whether they felt their needs and the needs of women reflected in the budget decisions taken.
Reaction to the Scottish Budget 2026-27 Jan 13: This blog will be updated over the coming days as we take time to go through the budget documentation.
