What is SNP policy on Labour’s National Insurance hike?

The SNP will continue to lead the UK in delivering support for families and businesses, but Westminster policies are actively harming Scotland’s interests. Labour’s decision to increase employers National Insurance contributions is hitting our public services and Scottish businesses hard, while hurting employees’ pay packets.

Scottish firms are facing mounting cost pressures because of Labour’s tax on jobs with record high costs of hiring staff. Efforts to support businesses, entrepreneurs and investment are being undermined by this tax on jobs.

We will continue to urge the UK Government to reverse this decision before they cause lasting damage to Scotland’s economy. We know people are struggling, which is why the SNP is focussed on the cost of living, growing the economy and improving people’s lives.

We need to see investment in public services and infrastructure, which supports industry and jobs and delivers support on the cost of living challenges people across Scotland are facing.

Taking decisions about Scotland in Scotland offers the opportunity to build a nation where prosperity and fairness go hand-in-hand. The powers that come with independence are essential to building the stronger economy required to boost living standards and public services.