§ 25. Mr. David MarshallTo ask the Secretary of State for Scotland what action she is taking to consult Scottish business and trade union interests on economic issues. [81464]
§ Mrs. LiddellMacro-economic policy makes an essential contribution to achieving a healthy and successful Scottish economy. As part of my on-going programme of meetings to discuss these issues with key stakeholders, I shall be meeting representatives of business organisations in Scotland and with the STUC General Council on 2 December following the release of the Pre-Budget Report to hear their views on Government macro-economic policy.