Debate: The fiscal and political tensions of sustaining a devolved public sector workforce

Tom Montgomery

doi:10.1080/09540962.2026.2699170

August 4, 2026Public Money & ManagementOpen Access

Debate: The fiscal and political tensions of sustaining a devolved public sector workforce

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The paper explores the complexities of maintaining a public sector workforce within the framework of devolution in the UK, particularly in Scotland.
Analysis of political frameworks related to workforce management in devolved administrations
Examination of fiscal policies impacting public sector employment
Comparison of workforce sustainability strategies across different UK regions.
Identified specific fiscal pressures affecting workforce sustainability in Scotland.
Revealed political challenges that complicate the maintenance of public services in devolved areas.
Discussed potential strategies to balance workforce needs with fiscal realities.

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Debate highlights the challenges of maintaining a public sector workforce in devolved regions, emphasizing fiscal and political tensions.

Abstract

One aspect of devolution in the UK, often overlooked, is the power to create and sustain a workforce that delivers public services. In Scotland, this task is infused with an added layer of politica...

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