Jenny Gilruth: “That is why work is under way to introduce a private jet tax and a mansion tax.”

GERS provides notional estimates for Scotland’s deficit as part of the UK – it simply does not show what an independent Scotland’s position will be.

The funding raised from these bonds will help support delivery of the capital infrastructure projects outlined in the Spending Review, while allowing the Scottish Government to diversify its borrowing.

This new framework will play an important role in supporting the delivery of the Scottish Government’s bond programme, bringing together a range of market expertise.

These festivals also send out a clear message that Scotland is an open and welcoming country.