What do the latest statistics (Q1 2018) on economic growth tell us? The latest figures on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in Scotland, for the 1st
Legislating for withdrawal from the European Union – where are we now?
Preparing the statute book for leaving the European Union Both the UK and Scottish Governments have passed legislation ahead of the UK’s departure from the
SPICe FAQ – Patient Transport Services
SPICe regularly receives enquiries relating to patient transport services for those who need support to reach healthcare appointments. The majority of patient transport services in Scotland
Guest blog – Attracting migrants to Scotland: research results
Dr Paulina Trevena presents the results of a SPICe and University of Glasgow research project: ‘Attracting and retaining migrants in post-Brexit Scotland: is a social
Agricultural policy post-Brexit – risky business?
In 2018, the Scottish Government unveiled a £250,000 fund to compensate farmers and crofters for lost stock due to ‘the beast from the east’. This
Prisoner voting in the UK and Scotland – rights vs political reality
Are prisoners allowed to vote in the UK? Although changes are in the pipeline, in the UK the answer is currently ‘no’. UK legislation (the