Job Quality in Scottish Local Government under Austerity

What is it about?

The Scottish Government are committed to improving the quality of employment across Scotland. This research looks at one part of the economy - the public sector. Specifically it looks at employment within local government - which is one of the largest employers in the public sector. We explore the extent to which the Scottish Government's commitments to fair and decent work are being realised within local government.

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Why is it important?

This is important for anyone with an interest in job quality including the concept of Fair Work. It highlights that the quality of employment in local government is under a lot of pressure due to austerity cuts. Councils are having to prioritise public service delivery and so less is being spent on aspects of job quality such as training budgets. This is important as the decline in job quality places greater pressure on public servants and may mean that the Scottish Government do not meet their aspiration for Fair Work across Scotland.