Podcast - Attitudes and policy on immigration in Scotland

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Description

In this episode, FAI economist Hannah Randolph is joined by Professor Rebecca Kay of Migration Policy Scotland (MPS) to discuss immigration in Scotland. We start with some of the recent trends in immigration to Scotland, then turn to the results of two current MPS studies on attitudes to immigration and the financial situations of migrants in Scotland, as well as potential immigration policy directions for both the UK and Scottish governments.

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(0:20) Context: Immigration trends in Scotland

(1:40) What are current attitudes towards immigration like in Scotland?

(6:45) What views do people have on the contribution of immigrants to Scotland?

(14:45) What might change about the UK government’s approach to immigration policy?

(20:40) Finances, employability, and poverty of immigrant households in Scotland

(27:35) What approaches might improve access to services for migrants?

Period23 Jul 2024

Keywords

  • Immigration
  • Scottish workforce
  • Household finance
  • 2024 General Election

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