Understanding Scotland: public perceptions of the economy

Past event: May 2022

This online event heard insights from Understanding Scotland’s quarterly survey of economic attitudes and expectations.

This new, regular survey tracks economic confidence and buying intentions over time, as well as helping us to understand and monitor economic attitudes and public opinion. Mark Diffley, from the Diffley Partnership shared the latest data and analysis which is vital information for decision-makers across all sectors. Rachel Statham, Associate Director of IPPR, joined Mark in discussion to reflect on the wider context of the findings.

Mark Diffley is a researcher and pollster with over 20 years experience. After 10 years as Director of Ipsos MORI in Edinburgh, Mark set up a new business in 2017, delivering research and insight for clients across the public, private and third sectors in Scotland and further afield.

Rachel Statham is Associate Director at IPPR, where she leads the institute’s research across employment, health and care, education and social security.