Trust in the UK Government 2022-11-16
2022-11-16
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Questions & Answers
Q1
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Context
The question is prompted by concerns about the declining trust levels of the Scottish population towards the UK Government compared to the SNP.
I am concerned about trends in the level of trust in the UK Government in Scotland. If he will make an assessment with Cabinet colleagues of these trends.
There are no current plans to do so. However, I hope that Members opposite share my concerns at the use of inaccurate or misleading statistics covering energy and health by the SNP Government in Edinburgh.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not provide any assessment on trust levels as requested but instead criticized the opposition for using inaccurate data.
Criticizing The Opposition
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Q2
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The question is prompted by survey data showing a significant gap between public trust in the UK and Scottish Governments, particularly regarding issues such as NHS satisfaction.
This year's social attitudes survey has revealed that 66% of people trust the Scottish Government to work in Scotland's interests compared to only 22% who trust the UK Government. Does the Minister have any useful insights into why the people of Scotland might feel this way?
We will act with integrity, professionalism and accountability at every level of government. The SNP-run NHS in Scotland is facing a 66% dissatisfaction rate over the past year.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not provide an explanation for the reasons behind low trust levels towards UK Government among Scottish residents but instead focused on criticising the health services run by SNP.
Criticizing The Opposition
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Q3
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The question is prompted by criticism of recent actions taken by the UK Government such as appointing former Prime Ministers to the Lords and their perceived impact on public trust.
Allowing former PMs to fill the Lords with friends, funneling funds to cronies during a pandemic, crashing the economy—does this contribute to low trust levels in Scotland?
I struggled to hear parts of that, but people can always trust this United Kingdom Government to be upfront and honest unlike SNP who refuse to come clean about referendum economic impact.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not address the specific actions questioned or their effect on public trust but instead attacked the SNP for not addressing the cost of a second independence referendum.
Attacking Opposition
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Q4
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The question is prompted by concerns about the respect for democratic processes, particularly regarding appointments to the House of Lords.
I say to the Minister that his Government will never regain trust as long as they disrespect the democracy of our Parliament. Has the soon-to-be Baron Jack made representations to secure safe seats in the House of Lords?
I struggled to hear the end but we respect 2014 referendum result and I encourage hon. Member for Perth and North Perthshire to do the same.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not address whether representations were made regarding appointments to the House of Lords or discuss democratic processes.
Attacking Opposition
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Q5
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Context
The question is prompted by recent issues surrounding integrity within the government, including resignations, appointments to the Lords, and allegations of bullying.
When anointed PM said he would put integrity first. Since then, one Minister has had to resign over threats; Home Secretary clings on after resignation; old mates appointed; Deputy PM outed as bully. Does this speak to integrity at heart of Government?
The Prime Minister has been clear about putting integrity first in his Government. People can trust this United Kingdom Government to deliver for Scotland, with £41 billion budget for Scottish Government.
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Assessment & feedback
The Minister did not address the specific allegations of lack of integrity but instead emphasized positive actions and commitments made by the government.
Promising Future Action
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