Coronavirus

This update provides a snapshot of new data on the Scottish economy and households based on data released in the last fortnight. The latest data confirms that businesses across most sectors of the Scottish economy are currently trading, with tourism-facing industries continuing to be hit the hardest by the ongoing tiered lockdown system.

This update provides a snapshot of new data on the Scottish economy and households based on data released in the last fortnight. The latest data shows that businesses across most sectors of the Scottish economy are continuing to trade, but the accommodation & food services sector saw decreases in trading activity as a result of new restrictions imposed by the Scottish Government in early October.

Today, the First Minister announced a new tiered system of restrictions to be rolled out across Scotland from early November. The announcement has been accompanied by a spat over funding for support of businesses who will be affected.

This update provides a snapshot of new data on the Scottish economy and households based on data released in the last fortnight. After the recovery in most economic indicators throughout the summer months following the easing of some restrictions, the latest data shows that volumes of new business started slowing down in September.

This update provides a snapshot of new data on the Scottish economy and households based on data released in the last fortnight. The latest GDP figures for the UK were published today showing that the UK economy grew by 2.1% in August – disappointing growth particularly as we move towards tougher restrictions.