We welcome the UK Government’s original intentions to formally consult on the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), and its early efforts to engage local authorities in Scotland. However, we are concerned that a formal consultation has not taken place, given that the UKSPF is due to commence next year. The uncertainty is hindering planning efforts and poses risks to a smooth transition from EU funds to the UKSPF. The UK Government must launch a formal, public consultation on its proposals for th...

We welcome the UK Government’s original intentions to formally consult on the UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF), and its early efforts to engage local authorities in Scotland. However, we are concerned that a formal consultation has not taken place, given that the UKSPF is due to commence next year. The uncertainty is hindering planning efforts and poses risks to a smooth transition from EU funds to the UKSPF. The UK Government must launch a formal, public consultation on its proposals for the UKSPF by autumn 2021. Type: conclusion | Number: 1 | Paragraph: 11 | Response status: under_consideration Government response: UK Government has been engaging with key stakeholders on the design and priorities of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund since 2016, including holding a series of engagement events across the UK. The regional events in Scotland took place in Edinburgh in October 2018, Glasgow, Dundee and Edinburgh in Nov