The Scottish government has set out its £33bn plans for significant capital investment in healthcare, education, transport and the environment over the next five years.
The Infrastructure Investment Plan (IIP) and Capital Spending Review confirm a five year plan of investment that ministers say will support 45,000 jobs and build healthcare facilities, schools and local facilities across Scotland.
A further £2bn has been added to the plan since the draft version was published in September and new funding announcements include £110m for digital public services transformation, £50m for Active Freeways and £60m for climate adaptation of the trunk road network.
The plan also outlines investments including:
Scottish infrastructure secretary Michael Matheson said: “Our overall focus is on driving inclusive economic growth, the transition to net zero, and building resilient and sustainable places. This package of significant investment will support economic confidence in every corner of Scotland and send out a clear message that we will continue to do all we can to secure our recovery from coronavirus. In the process we will also be supporting over 45,000 jobs and building a strong future for Scotland."
Click here to download A National Mission with Local Impact: Infrastructure Investment Plan for Scotland 2021‑22 to 2025‑26. The Plan accepts the Infrastructure Commission for Scotland’s recommendations on the strategic investment priorities required to achieve an inclusive, net zero emissions economy in Scotland.
Click here to download Scotland’s Capital Spending Review, which outlines full delivery of the National Infrastructure Mission (NIM). It sets out the detailed capital budget allocations for each of the five financial years from 2021-22, which ministers say permits as much certainty as possible at this time to aid medium-term planning by public bodies and the market.