Commenting on Scottish GDP estimates, which show the economy grew by 0.4% in the three months to September, Wellbeing Economy Secretary Neil Gray said: <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cThese figures show the robustness of the Scottish economy, despite the stiff headwinds faced by countries around the world. We don\u2019t under-estimate the seriousness of a cost-of-living crisis which continues to hamper household and businesses\u2019 ability to spend, to the detriment of the wider economy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cWe are doing all we can with the limited powers available to us, including supporting business exports to produce increased international sales. As part of the Autumn Statement, Scotland needed a fair deal on investment for businesses, infrastructure and public services \u2013 the UK Government has failed to deliver on every count. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cScottish businesses also continue to suffer due to Brexit\u2019s effect on supply chains, trade and the free movement of people. I am not content with minimal growth levels for Scotland as part of the UK.\u00a0 <\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u201cBy focusing on developing equality, opportunity and community, an independent Scotland can build a fair, green and growing economy and match the performance of our European neighbours.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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Commenting on Scottish GDP estimates, which show the economy grew by 0.4% in the three months to September, Wellbeing Economy Secretary Neil Gray said: <\/p>\n
\u201cThese figures show the robustness of the Scottish economy, despite the stiff headwinds faced by countries around the world. We don\u2019t under-estimate the seriousness of a cost-of-living crisis which <\/p>\n