Scottish Budget date confirmed

Finance Secretary Shona Robison has confirmed the Scottish Budget will take place on Tuesday 13 January 2026.

Ms Robison said:

“Our Budget will target key priorities for Scotland such as eradicating child poverty and supporting the NHS, whilst setting out a comprehensive approach to ensure our finances remain sustainable.

“The late UK Budget – which prevents us from bringing forward our Budget before Christmas – must support the delivery of sustainable and efficient public services, whilst increasing business confidence, investment, growth and jobs.

“Difficult choices will be required as a result of Scotland's disappointing settlement in the UK Spending Review but we will continue to produce a balanced budget that delivers for the people of Scotland.”