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The Fraser of Allander Institute Podcast

The Fraser of Allander Institute Podcast

By: Fraser of Allander Institute
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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
Episodes
  • The devil's in the details: Our reaction to the 2026/27 Scottish budget

    The devil's in the details: Our reaction to the 2026/27 Scottish budget
    Jan 14 2026

    Timestamps

    (0:30) Overview of the Scottish budget

    (5:02) Fiscal sustainability

    (10:28) Clarity of planned transfers between portfolios

    (14:00) Future spending plans
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    17 mins
  • Glasgow Parking Controls Explained

    Glasgow Parking Controls Explained
    Dec 18 2025

    (00:00) - Introduction

    (03:22) - Rationale for the Policy

    (04:40) - Glasgow City Council's Evidence

    (06:45) - Emissions & Air Quality

    (10:23) - Piecemeal Approach to Implementation

    (11:37) - Concerns of Businesses & Residents

    (16:19) - Using Revenue Raised
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    20 mins
  • Reaction to the 2025 Budget

    Reaction to the 2025 Budget
    Nov 27 2025

    Timestamps:

    0:30 Budget expectations, OBR leak, and response

    4:29 Lifting of the two-child limit on the child element of Universal Credit

    10:23 Clearing confusion around child benefit, two-child limit, and the benefit cap

    14:01 Freezing tax thresholds

    19:25 Smorgasbord of smaller taxes

    28:26 Spencer reflects on his first Budget with the FAI
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    30 mins
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