
From the Scottish Social Attitudes Survey 2025: Core module published today:
In 2025, 46% of people trusted the Scottish Government to work in Scotland’s best interests, in line with the 47% reported in 2023. Over the last ten years this has declined from 72% in 2015. Trust in the UK Government to act in Scotland’s best long-term interest remains lower than this at 18%, in line with 21% in 2023.
Is 18% ‘in line’ with 21%?
54% of respondents said that the Scottish Parliament gives Scotland a stronger voice in the UK (7% a weaker voice, 37% making no difference). 49% reported that the Scottish Parliament gives ordinary people more say in how Scotland is governed (5% less say, 43% makes no difference).
As was the case in 2023, respondents in 2025 continued to prefer increasing taxes and spending (45%) or keeping tax and spending at the same level (39%), with a smaller proportion preferring a reduction in taxes and spending (12%).
So, 84% happy with at least current SNP position?
Source: https://www.gov.scot/publications/scottish-social-attitudes-survey-2025-core-module/
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