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Economic Impact


Posted 19.12.24

The Economic Impact of Short-term Lets in Scotland

Properties used for self-catered accommodation account for less than 1% of Scotland’s total housing stock and support economic...

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Posted 13.12.24

Economic Impact of the Independent Schools Sector in Scotland

The Scottish Council of Independent Schools (SCIS) represents 70 independent schools, that collectively educate 28,870 pupils and employ...

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Posted 22.10.24

Economic Impacts of Short-term Lets in Edinburgh

Our independent research into the economic impacts of short-term lets in the City of Edinburgh found that the...

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Posted 25.09.24

Crofting: Cutting Edge Tradition

Crofting provides a resilient economic foundation for communities across the Highlands and Islands and offers many lessons for...

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Posted 17.06.24

MachairWind: Opportunities and Impacts

MachairWind is an offshore windfarm being developed by Scottish Power Renewables (SPR). It will be located off the...

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Posted 03.05.24

University of Suffolk Drives Economic Growth Across Ipswich and Beyond

In 2021/22, the University of Suffolk generated a total economic impact worth £862 million GVA across the UK,...

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Posted 06.03.24

Maximising the local economic benefits of onshore wind

On 6th March Shona Glenn spoke at the Planning the Energy Transition Seminar. In this blog, she outlines...

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Posted 26.02.24

Celtic Sea Blueprint

The development of GW of floating offshore wind in the Celtic Sea represents a significant economic opportunity for...

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Posted 19.02.24

Housing for a Wellbeing Economy

Much of BiGGAR Economics work involves assessing the impact of economic activity, including how it can benefit wider...

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