House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
The Government’s Legislative Programme (Scotland) 2022-23
11 May 2022 · Scotland Office
Proposed by Alister Jack Con Dumfries and Galloway
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The UK Government's legislative programme for Scotland includes over 171 million for infrastructure projects through the Levelling Up Fund.
- More than 18 million is allocated for community renewal projects in Scotland.
- A new 150 million British Business Bank fund is part of the programme to support economic growth in Scotland.
Issue summary
The statement outlines the UK Government's legislative programme for Scotland, focusing on economic growth, infrastructure improvement, and community development.
Action requested
The UK Government is providing significant funding and programmes to boost economic growth in Scotland, including over £171 million for infrastructure projects through the Levelling Up Fund, more than £18 million for community renewal projects, and a new £150 million British Business Bank fund. The programme also includes the UK Shared Prosperity Fund with over £212 million allocated to level up communities in Scotland.
Key facts
- Over £171 million provided for eight projects through the Levelling Up Fund.
- More than £18 million awarded to 56 Scottish projects via the Community Renewal Fund.
- £1.9 billion provided to the Scottish Government for farmers and land managers over the Spending Review period.
- UK Shared Prosperity Fund allocates over £212 million to level up communities in Scotland.
- Two Green Freeports are being brought to Scotland to support economic growth.