Scotland must make full use of the powers they now have and use their resources to protect retail workers.

What must follow is genuine empowerment: not treating communities as an afterthought, but giving them the tools and power to shape their local area. 

Young people are at the heart of change and we must always work to have our voices heard and our achievements seen.

With much more expected through the life of this Parliament, it is clear to see the effects of having a Government with a world-leading stated commitment to double the size of the co-operative and mutual sector.

We are demonstrating that the most successful, sustainable, and impactful businesses of the future can, and should, be built on co-operative principles. Together, we are building stronger regional economies, one successful start-up at a time.

Brighton & Hove’s Corporate Debt Policy provides a blueprint for councils across the country looking to reconcile fiscal responsibility with social justice.