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Almost £1.4bn of local growth projects confirmed across Scotland
The UK Government has announced a £1.4 billion investment in local growth projects across Scotland over the next 10 years, including funding for Green Freeports and Investment Zones. The Scottish Government will receive a record £47.7 billion settlement by 2025/26, with various projects focusing on infrastructure development, town regeneration, and low-carbon initiatives.