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The Fraser of Allander Institute Podcast

The Fraser of Allander Institute Podcast

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 The latest on the Scottish and UK economy from a leading independent economic research institute based in the University of Strathclyde.2021 Fraser of Allander Institute Political Science Politics & Government Science Social Sciences
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  • Medium-Term Financial Strategy June 2025

    Medium-Term Financial Strategy June 2025
    Jun 26 2025
    Yesterday, the Scottish Government published their medium-term financial strategy, which kicks off the Scottish Budget process. Hannah Randolph is joined by FAI Director Mairi Spowage to share their reactions. (2:08) What does the medium-term financial strategy do? (8:47) Financial strategy across spending areas (18:04) Public sector reform (25:06) Looking ahead to the Scottish spending review
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    33 mins
  • The Fraser of Allander Institute's 50th anniversary

    The Fraser of Allander Institute's 50th anniversary
    Jun 17 2025

    PARTICIPANTS

    Dr Hannah Randolph, Economics Fellow, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde

    Professor Mairi Spowage, Director, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde

    Ben Cooper, Economics Fellow, Fraser of Allander Institute, University of Strathclyde

    TIME STAMPS

    (0:20) History of the FAI

    (5:30) FAI conference plans

    (10:15) Parliamentary reception plans

    (11:40) Where to find more information about the FAI 50th
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    12 mins
  • Financing the UK Energy Transition

    Financing the UK Energy Transition
    Jun 16 2025

    Introduction

    What are investors saying? 03:43

    Why is policy certainty so important? 10:27

    Energy companies versus energy investors: 13:05

    Where should government focus on? 17:52

    Why the grid is so important? 24:42

    Importance of effective carbon pricing regime: 31:04

    Policy Responses from UK and Scottish Government: 42:11
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    48 mins
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