Today’s GERS figures show that Scotland pays its fair share of tax but enjoys higher public spending thanks to redistribution throughout the UK.
Michael Marra: “Today’s GERS figures show that Scotland pays its fair share of tax but enjoys higher public spending thanks to…”
On the recordAugust 12, 2026
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Michael Marra
Scottish Labour
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Scottish Labour finance spokesperson on GERS figures.
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