There will 'undoubtedly' need to be cuts, says deputy FM
The deputy first minister of Scotland, Jenny Gilruth, has indicated that significant cuts will be necessary to address a projected funding shortfall of nearly £5 billion by 2030. She emphasized the government's commitment to protecting essential services and frontline workers while exploring public sector reforms. Gilruth also highlighted the importance of cross-party support for reducing the number of public sector bodies amidst rising costs.
- ▪Jenny Gilruth warned of necessary cuts to address a £4.7 billion funding gap by 2029-30.
- ▪The Scottish government aims to protect vital services while implementing public sector reforms.
- ▪Gilruth stated that cross-party support exists for reducing the number of public sector bodies.
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There will 'undoubtedly' need to be cuts, says deputy FMJust nowShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleGetty ImagesJenny Gilruth said the Scottish government had been upfront about financial challenges The deputy first minister has warned that there will "undoubtedly" need to be cuts to deal with a predicted shortfall of nearly £5bn by the end of the decade.Jenny Gilruth, who was appointed to the dual role of deputy first minister and finance secretary on Wednesday, said the Scottish government had been "very upfront about the challenge we face".Scotland's auditor general previously said ministers lacked a clear plan to deal with a £4.7bn funding gap by 2029-30.Gilruth said the government would work "to protect services and protect frontline workers" while looking at public sector reform.When…
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