Reacting to the latest unemployment figures published today Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) Assistant Secretary Stephen Boyd said
“The substantial rise in unemployment in Scotland over the last quarter is a major concern. These figures clearly indicate that Scotland is not immune to any global economic downturn as some commentators have been suggesting. The threat of recession looms and we look forward to at least another point cut in interest rates in November.
“The STUC will be urgently contacting both Scottish and UK governments to ensure that increased funding and resources are in place to provide assistance and support for the increasing numbers who find themselves unemployed. In particular a review of the job cuts and privatisation of services in the Department of Works and Pensions is a priority.”
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For further information contact Stephen Boyd m 0141 337 8100 Kevin Buchanan t 0141 337 8100