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Our blog on the outcomes from Monday's UK-EU summit analyses the issues most relevant to devolved policy areas. These include fisheries, an SPS agreement, emissions trading and youth mobility. The blog also sets out reaction from the Scottish Government. ow.ly/ZSlE50VW9rc

Open Government have a blog, where Innes Morgan, Founder and Director of Act with Purpose, shared his journey to having direct and strategic input into the Scottish Open Government Civil Society Committee and government Steering Group. blogs.gov.scot/open-governmen… @scotgovopen

Scottish Government officials using AI to summarise consultation responses in UK first holyrood.com/news/view,scot… Via @HolyroodConnect

We need new Commissioners on our board. Can you explain the risks and pressures facing the Scottish budget simply? Could you be responsible for our independent reports? You can find out more about these roles at: …asfaukgovprod1.fa.ocs.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/Candidat… Applications close 10 June at 12:00 ⏳

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Are you a researcher interested in climate change and want to engage with the Parliament on this subject? Find out how to get involved involved 👇 ow.ly/8yNm50Vuwcn

SPICe is a partner in UK Research and Innovation’s Policy Internships Scheme for doctoral students. Find out more about the scheme in this blog 👇 ow.ly/Y7m350Vu16U

Did you know Scotland exported around £2.5 billion in goods to the United States in 2021? Our latest blog looks at the potential impact on Scotland of the new tariffs announced by President Trump: ow.ly/C6aY50VuEts

🚨 IPPR is currently recruiting for two roles! - Director of policy and politics - Senior economist Both close in one week. Find out more below 👇 ippr.org/jobs

ASPA members event: Holyrood's Lobbying Register (30th of April online). Join us for a refresher on the Lobbying Register. eventbrite.co.uk/e/holyroods-lo…

🎉We have announced our 25 for 2025, recognising 25 outstanding volunteers whose contributions are shaping the future of the PR and communications industry. Full list: ow.ly/G8E550VtMk6

An exciting opportunity to join @UofGlasgow as Government Relations Officer fotinyurl.com/yjd5kctm £33,482 – £37,174, Glasgow

Forum is truly cross-sector, a place where the best minds in the economy gather under one roof to share knowledge, ideas and views, and build powerful connections. Secure your place at Scotland's economic conference: prosper.scot/events/forum25/ #ProsperForum25

📢 Our latest Economic Commentary is live! Looking back at Q1 2025 and what’s next, we cover: 📈 Scotland’s economic landscape 💷Inflation trends 🏦Poverty & inequality 🛡️Social security in Scotland 📋Key takeaways from the Spring Statement Read: buff.ly/vMObnqH

Our second blog examining the impact of today's UK Government spring statement provides an overview of the statement itself along with analysis of the impact on the Scottish budget: ow.ly/niof50Vp6LJ

John Swinney has pledged to work with the UK Government to “promote and protect” Scottish businesses faced with huge tariffs from the US. holyrood.com/news/view,trum…

Public sector spending on the third sector in Scotland has frozen, SCVO research has found. okt.to/hIGD4x

How could our committees work more effectively? The Standards, Procedures and Public Appointments Committee is looking at what changes need to be made to ensure that these can deliver their key role in holding the government to account. Have your say: ow.ly/68wF50Va33O

On Tuesday, JP Marks, Permanent Secretary @scotgov makes his likely final appearance before a Holyrood committee. We'll take stock of his three years in charge of civil servants @scotgov and explore what he considers his legacy will be. 📺👇 9:30am ow.ly/PjTJ50Vi0bv

Wondering what the implications of the UK Government's reforms to disability benefit are for Scotland? Then take a look at our new blog 👇 ow.ly/SUlu50VkvNw