It could be a long political year if today's (January 8) election pitches are anything to go by. Anas Sarwar was making a pitch to Yes voters in Rutherglen. It is a smart move given that, despite the SNP's woes, the dial has barely moved on support for independence. However, a call for change alone may not be enough to firm up these voters for Labour.Anas needs to think … [Read more...] about An industrial strategy for Scotland
Lessons from the Edinburgh schools fiasco
Collapsing Edinburgh schools are a metaphor for the folly of PPP schemes that have cost the taxpayers £billions. This latest scandal should be used as an opportunity to think again.Fears over safety has forced the closure of 17 Edinburgh schools due to concerns over the standard of construction, leaving 7,000 pupils unable to return to classrooms following the Easter break. … [Read more...] about Lessons from the Edinburgh schools fiasco
That £350m Anglian Water contract: what lies behind it
A £350m contract to provide water and wastewater to Scotland’s public sector has been awarded to a privatised utility firm in East Anglia. Confused?Scotland has a public water corporation, Scottish Water, that is accountable to Scottish Ministers and the Scottish Parliament. Scottish Water is responsible for the provision of water and waste water services to almost all … [Read more...] about That £350m Anglian Water contract: what lies behind it