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Be the first to hear the latest data from February’s Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker
Part 2 of our big economy breakfast briefing brings together even more data to build on part 1 and asks what does it all mean for Scotland?
Latest News
As Scotland prepares for elections, pro‑nuclear lobbyists are urging the Scottish Government to lift its ban on new nuclear developments. Here Pete Roche explains why nuclear is a white elephant in the energy debate.
Keith Robson from Open University Scotland shares his reflections on the latest Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker Insights, and how although gloomy, there are some rays of sunshine connected to his work.
The latest Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker shows Scots’ deep pessimism about tougher economic times ahead.
Ellie Craig discusses how under 22’s free bus passes are helping to build a fairer, more connected, and more prosperous Scotland for everyone.
New report calls for radical shifts in housing policy to tackle record homelessness, rising rents, and declining homeownership.
Revisit our report with Andy Wightman from 2023, sadly the lack of a fully functioning land and building information system is still holding Scotland back.
New Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker reveals shifting behaviours and a sharp rise in immigration as a public concern
Our survey shows more than half of Scots have not heard of the Scottish Enlightenment, find out why we asked the question.
New findings from the Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker reveal a significant of Scots are just one unexpected bill away from crisis.
Latest Research
Read insights from the August 2025 Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker, how is the economy affecting people’s lives in Scotland?
Read insights from the May 2025 Understanding Scotland Economy Tracker, what do people think about the economy and how is affecting their life in Scotland?
Our latest independent economic tracker reveals the economy is emerging as a key priority as 62% of Scots say conditions have worsened in past year.
The Life, Times and Legacy of David Hume Project - who was David Hume and does he still matter today? Find out more
Catch up with past events
Our last three events are highlighted below. Catch up with more past events are here.
Watch the recording of our November 2025 Understanding Scotland Economy briefing with Shan Saba from Brightworks and Catherine McWilliam from the Institute of Directors
Catch up with the Economy in Plain English in conversation with world-leading economist Branko Milanovic
Catch up with the launch of research from Professor Duncan Maclennan, Prosperity begins at home.