House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
The Government's Legislative Programme: Scotland
14 May 2026 · Scotland Office
Proposed by Douglas Alexander Lab Paisley and Renfrewshire South
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 a new regulatory framework to bridge regulation and innovation.
- A digital ID scheme is proposed to combat illegal working in Scotland.
- Legislation will support major sporting events and energy independence in Scotland.
Issue summary
Douglas Alexander outlines the UK Government's legislative programme for Scotland, detailing commitments to economic growth, public service improvement, and security.
Action requested
The statement announces a new regulatory framework to bridge regulation and innovation, a digital ID scheme to combat illegal working, measures to ensure fair payment for businesses, and legislation to support major sporting events and energy independence. It also mentions the ratification of future EU agreements on economic and security cooperation.
Key facts
- The UK Government is investing £2.2 billion in Scotland's economy.
- A new digital ID scheme will be introduced to combat illegal working.
- Legislation will extend protections for small businesses against late payments.
- Bills covering a range of topics such as Armed Forces, Civil Aviation, Clean Water, and Cyber Resilience are set to apply to Scotland in full or part.