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Part of the debate – in the Scottish Parliament am 3:26 pm ar 13 Mehefin 2024.

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Photo of Shona Robison Shona Robison Scottish National Party 3:26, 13 Mehefin 2024

I mentioned earlier some of the strengths of the Scottish economy. Will Liz Smith recognise that she is not speaking from a strong position? Office for National Statistics figures have shown that the UK economy flatlined in April—there was zero growth—with the UK Government apparently blaming the rain at one point. Can Liz Smith really stand there and criticise the Scottish economy’s performance when the UK economy has been so poor? I understand the need for economic growth, but Liz Smith can surely welcome the RBS report showing that Scotland is a stand-out performer in the UK economy.