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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 27 May 2020 08:59 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: DG Organisational Development & Operations; DG Education, Communities & Justice DG Economy Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director) McVie A (Ann) MacDougall A (Audrey); Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); Byrne A (Alison) ; McClintock A (Andy); Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; Laing SG (Shirley); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture ; Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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Hi [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

Thanks for your email.

On the questions asked by Ms Campbell, we plan to submit advice on the final report from the Citizen’s Basic Income Steering Group in the next few days and I will cover her points in that note. I hope this is satisfactory.

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Sent: 26 May 2020 09:40 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: DG Organisational Development & Operations; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); Byrne A (Alison); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; Laing SG (Shirley); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] ; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens Basic Income - update 2

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Thanks for this update. Ms Campbell noted, with the following queries:

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 18 May 2020 15:33 To: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: DG Organisational Development & Operations; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); Byrne A (Alison); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)];Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens Basic Income - update

PS/Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People PS/Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government

Copy: as above

Citizens Basic Income - update

1. I thought it would be helpful to provide Ms Somerville and Ms Campbell with a short update on the work of the Citizens Basic Income (CBI) Steering Group on the feasibility study of piloting a CBI (sometimes described as a ‘universal basic income’) in Scotland.

2. As you know, we provided £250,000 over 2018-2020 to a consortium of four local authorities (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fife and North Ayrshire) to explore the ethical, legislative, financial and practical implications of piloting a CBI in Scotland. As part of this work, the Group commissioned Fraser of Allander Institute to look at the fiscal and economic impacts, and also considered pilots in other parts of the world, such as Finland and Canada. There has been close engagement with officials in the 3

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Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) and Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) to understand better the legislative, tax and technical changes that would be required to implement a CBI In Scotland.

3. The Steering Group produced an interim report (https://basicincome.scot/) in November 2019. It argued that a CBI could bring benefits in terms of reduced poverty, child poverty and increased employment levels, although it would require significant investment (the direct cost of a three year pilot could be up to £280m) and a national scheme is likely to require an increase in taxation levels. The Scottish Government would also need full co-operation from the UK Government as it does not currently have the range of social security or tax powers to pilot or implement unilaterally.

4. Approval of final report (required from all four councils involved) and its subsequent publication has been delayed due to COVID-19. There is a meeting of the CBI Feasibility Study Councillor Group on 27 May to discuss how best to seek council endorsement of the report in the current circumstances. The Steering Group is hopeful the report will be approved and published by end June.

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7. I hope this is helpful and let me know if you like any further information in advance of the full submission.

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Sent: 28 May 2020 11:28 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Cc: McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: Citizen's Basic Income report - submission and note to FM

Hi Jeanette,

Please see attached the joint submission from Policy and CAD colleagues to Ms Campbell on the Citizen’s Basic Income pilot feasibility report, as well as the accompanying note to FM.

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Many thanks,

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 11 June 2020 08:48 To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit Cc[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); MacDougall A (Audrey); Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security BMU; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Ingebrigtsen R (Ross) Subject: RE: FMQ - Citizens' Basic Income final report

Hello,

Please find attached an updated FMQ briefing for today, reflecting the release of the Citizen’s Basic Income final report and early press/political reactions.

Please let me know if you need anything else for this, I’ll be happy to help.

Thanks,

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 09 June 2020 15:51 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] McVie A (Ann); Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); MacDougall A (Audrey); Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Social Security BMU; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Subject: RE: FMQ - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 09 June 2020 11:35 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

Subject: RE: FMQ - Citizens' Basic Income final report

Hi all

Please see attached the FMQ note, ahead of the report being published on the 11 June, to be used in FM’s daily Covid Brief and in FMQs the following week (17 June).

Please let me know if you require anything further.

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 11 June 2020 09:14 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 10 June 2020 20:28 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

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Thanks, [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 10 June 2020 19:40 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) 7

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Cc: ); Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

Be good if we can get tonight so not too behind on this partic as we expect it to feature in briefing

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 10 June 2020 17:37 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 10 June 2020 17:35 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] McVie A (Ann) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

Both the report and their press release are going at 00:01 tomorrow morning now.

As such, if we can get our release cleared by COP today that’d be ideal, [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], please can you confirm when this’ll be going to Ms Campbell’s PO?

Thanks,

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 10 June 2020 17:31 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: UBI release time - Change of plan

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 10 June 2020 17:19 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: FW: UBI release time - Change of plan

Hi [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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E-MAIL

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 08 June 2020 10:08 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Social Security BMU; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] ; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] >; MacDougall A (Audrey); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Fraser L (Lesley) Subject: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government

Copy: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Please find attached the SCANCE note contribution on the Citizens’ Basic Income final report ahead of tomorrow’s Cabinet meeting.

Please let me know if you require anything further.

Thanks,

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SCANCE Contribution

Cleared contributions must be with Cabinet Secretariat by 1.00pm on Mondays (unless an extension has been agreed):

Send to your Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretariat Inbox:

On 11 June the independent Citizens Basic Income (CBI) Steering Group, which comprises four local authorities (Glasgow, Edinburgh, Fife and North Ayrshire) is expected to make public its final report on the feasibility of piloting a CBI in Scotland. The Scottish Government provided £250,000 to fund this project which was a 2017 Programme for Government commitment.

The report’s key conclusion is that CBI pilot is desirable, but not possible under the current devolution settlement. It proposes a 3 year pilot in two areas where a CBI would be paid to everyone, not means-tested and unconditional. It would cost up to £280 million but could achieve reductions in poverty. The estimated costs of a national CBI scheme is up to £57.8 billion, funded through increased taxation, from a starting tax rate of 27% to a top rate of 85% depending on the model used, and could result in a reduced pace of economic growth.

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Speaking Note A copy of this should be sent to Cabinet Secretariat when complete Send to your Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretariat Inbox [REDACTION S.30(b)(i)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 01 June 2020 13:22 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government PS/ Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Copy: Deputy First Minister; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; and Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills

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Priority: Routine, a response by 4 June would be helpful as the report will be in the public domain as of 11 June.

Please find attached a submission on the publication of the final report by the independent Citizens Basic Income (CBI) Steering Group on the feasibility of piloting a CBI in Scotland. It outlines the report’s key findings, our proposed handling plan and next steps following publication. It also seeks to address the recent questions raised by Ms Campbell (email attached for ease of reference). As requested by Ms Campbell, a draft note to the First Minister is attached at Annex C.

Please also find attached a draft version of the final report and the executive summary as referenced in the submission and, shared in confidence, by the independent Steering Group

I hope this is satisfactory and please let me know if you require anything further, I shall be happy to help.

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Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

CITIZENS BASIC INCOME: FINAL REPORT

Purpose

1. To provide you with:

 a summary of the final report by the independent Citizens Basic Income (CBI) Steering Group on the feasibility study of piloting a CBI in Scotland;  a proposed communications and handling plan; and  a draft note to send to the First Minister.

Priority

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Background

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Summary: key findings

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Key elements of a CBI pilot

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7. [REDACTED s.30(b)(ii) and s.29] Cost

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Benefits and risks

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Key conclusions

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18. The key conclusion that the Steering Group comes to is that while it is desirable, in terms of potential reductions in poverty, to pilot a CBI in Scotland, it is not feasible to do so in a way which adequately tests out the principles of CBI set out in the Group’s preferred model, within the current devolution settlement. That is to say that Scotland does not have the necessary range of social security and tax powers to pilot a CBI scheme. Using the existing legislative and delivery powers would place significant restrictions on the pilot model design and compromise any learnings.

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Communications and handling

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Next steps

36. [REDACTED s.30(b)(ii) and s.29]Recommendations

37. You are asked to:

 note the key findings from the final report;  approve the proposed communications and handling plan, including the link to any announcement on our social renewal work, and agreement to the proposed lines to take;  indicate if you are content to send letters to the relevant Scottish Parliament Committees; Cross-party Group on CBI; and the UK Government and whether they should come from Ms Somerville or Ms Campbell; and  approve the draft note to the First Minister.

38. If it would be helpful we are happy to meet to discuss further.

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1 June 2020

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Barcelona, 2017-2019 Targeted to low- To gauge the 2,000 3 years €17 million (£15  EU funding Spain income individuals effectiveness of million)  City council and households. alternative anti- funding poverty programs.  Partner funding Ontario, 2017-2018 Targeted at those Achieved: 4,000 3 years $50 million (£40.6 Government-funded. Canada between 18-64 with  Increase in (ended million) incomes below a housing stability prematurely qualifying level.  Reduction in food in 2018 insecurity following  Improvement to election of a mental health and new well-being Government) ANNEX A Table 1

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ANNEX B Further information on the findings from the final report

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Outcomes of interest

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Economic Modelling of a national rollout of CBI

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Summary of long-run macroeconomic impacts Low CBI Scenario 1 Scenario 2 Scenario 3 Scenario 4 Wage bargaining Wage Wage Universal based on bargaining bargaining Social Credit maintaining adjusted for adjusted for wage changes after tax workers’ families’ model real wage CBI CBI rates GDP See note -15.2 -5.8 0.1 -1.8 Employment See note -16.4 -6.5 -0.1 -2 Consumption of lowest See note 23.7 28.1 30.8 3.4 quintile Note: The figures represent the % difference relative to no CBI scenario in the long run (likely to be 15-20 years). Due to the scale of the changes in the migration scenario, the macroeconomic model struggled to provide a coherent solution for Scenario 1. Numbers are not provided here, but the scale of impact would be larger than the other scenarios modelled.

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Annex C Draft note to First Minister

First Minister

CITIZENS BASIC INCOME PILOT FEASIBILITY STUDY: FINAL REPORT

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23. I hope this is a useful update and I would be happy to discuss in detail if it would be helpful.

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Sent: 05 June 2020 09:36 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); ; McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron- Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)];[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Gray G (Gavin); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: RE: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

Thanks [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

MS Campbell is content with the recommendations.

Best regards [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 01 June 2020 13:22 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Gray G (Gavin); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government PS/ Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Copy: Deputy First Minister; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; and Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills

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Priority: Routine, a response by 4 June would be helpful as the report will be in the public domain as of 11 June.

Please also find attached a draft version of the final report and the executive summary as referenced in the submission and, shared in confidence, by the independent Steering Group

I hope this is satisfactory and please let me know if you require anything further, I shall be happy to help.

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture Sent: 07 June 2020 15:44 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills >; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU >; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy) >; Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)];

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Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Gray G (Gavin); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: RE: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

The Cabinet Secretary has noted and would like to be notified when we raise this with the UKG in writing.

Thanks

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 01 June 2020 13:22 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19 [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Gray G (Gavin); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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Copy: Deputy First Minister; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; and Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills

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Priority: Routine, a response by 4 June would be helpful as the report will be in the public domain as of 11 June.

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Please also find attached a draft version of the final report and the executive summary as referenced in the submission and, shared in confidence, by the independent Steering Group

I hope this is satisfactory and please let me know if you require anything further, I shall be happy to help.

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 02 November 2020 13:30 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Wallace D (David); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security BMU; Communications CSSE; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Baron- Broadhurst L (Lisa); Byrne A (Alison); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: Work and Pensions Select Committee: Oral Evidence – DWP’s preparations for changes in the world of work

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Sent: 30 October 2020 15:15 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Wallace D (David); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security BMU; Communications CSSE; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Baron- Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Byrne A (Alison); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: Work and Pensions Select Committee: Oral Evidence – DWP’s preparations for changes in the world of work

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 30 October 2020 12:29 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]McVie A (Ann); Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Wallace D (David); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security BMU; Communications CSSE; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Baron- Broadhurst L (Lisa) [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Byrne A (Alison); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: Work and Pensions Select Committee: Oral Evidence – DWP’s preparations for changes in the world of work

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 30 October 2020 12:18 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Wallace D (David); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Social Security BMU; Communications CSSE; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Byrne A (Alison) [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: FW: Work and Pensions Select Committee: Oral Evidence – DWP’s preparations for changes in the world of work

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Copy: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

As seen in the email below, the Work and Pensions Committee have invited a representative of the Scottish Government to appear to provide oral evidence on the feasibility of a basic income at an upcoming session for their inquiry into the Department for Work and Pension’s preparations for changes in the world of work. Full details of the inquiry can be found here.

This follows a written submission of evidence, sent 1 July 2020 and attached for your reference, that detailed the Scottish Government’s involvement with the Citizens Basic Income feasibility study, and our position on potential utility of piloting a basic income.

The Scottish Government’s position, that a basic income pilot is desirable but not practicable given the current devolution settlement and the UK Government’s explicit lack of interest, has not changed since the submission of written evidence. [Redacted s.30(b)(i)]

Please do let me know if you have any questions on this matter, I shall be happy to help.

Thanks,

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Sent: 05 June 2020 11:43 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government ; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skill; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: RE: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Deputy Private Secretary | office of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government : [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] - St Andrews House, Regent Road, Edinburgh, EH1 3DG

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 01 June 2020 13:22 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People Cc: Deputy First Minister and Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; DG Education, Communities & Justice; DG Economy; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Director for Housing and Social Justice; Social Security BMU; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Director for Fair Work, Employability and Skills; McVie A (Ann); MacDougall A (Audrey); McClintock A (Andy); Byrne A (Alison); Chief Social Policy Advisor Mailbox; Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] >; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19 ; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: OFFICIAL: SENSITIVE - Citizens' Basic Income final report

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government PS/ Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Copy: Deputy First Minister; Cabinet Secretary for Economy, Fair Work and Culture; and Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills

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Priority: Routine, a response by 4 June would be helpful as the report will be in the public domain as of 11 June.

Please also find attached a draft version of the final report and the executive summary as referenced in the submission and, shared in confidence, by the independent Steering Group

I hope this is satisfactory and please let me know if you require anything further, I shall be happy to help.

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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T: @SocSecScot & @ScotGovFairer

I am currently working from home and contactable on [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], or alternatively [Redacted s.38(1)(b)].

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 08 June 2020 12:01 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann) ; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

Hi [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] [out of scope]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] I Reserved and Working Age Benefits Team Leader I Scottish Government I 1-B (South) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Sent: 08 June 2020 11:10 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Private Secretary to the Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 08 June 2020 11:08 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 08 June 2020 11:03 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

Changes to SCANCE thanks

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 08 June 2020 10:53 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 08 June 2020 10:44 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Subject: RE: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

[Redacted s.30(b)(ii)]

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 08 June 2020 10:08 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Social Security BMU; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] ; Kerr S (Stephen) (Social Security Director); Redacted s.38(1)(b)];; MacDougall A (Audrey); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DG Organisational Development & Operations; Fraser L (Lesley) Subject: SCANCE note - Citizens' Basic Income final report

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government

Copy: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Please find attached the SCANCE note contribution on the Citizens’ Basic Income final report ahead of tomorrow’s Cabinet meeting.

Please let me know if you require anything further.

Thanks,

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I am currently working from home and contactable on [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], or alternatively [Redacted s.38(1)(b)].

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 04 June 2020 17:18 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Communications Covid-19; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); Minister for Older People and Equalities; Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People

Subject: Ms Campbell feedback - CBI report - media lines

Hi [Redacted s.38(1)(b)].

As the Cabinet Secretary will be aware, the executive summary of the CBI Steering Group’s report will be published next Thursday (11th). [Redacted S. 30(b)(i)]

A Scottish Government spokesperson said:

“We welcome the considered work of the Steering Group in the preparation of their report and share the same desire to consider any and all solutions to eradicating poverty and inequality.

“As recognised by the report, the shortcomings of the UK Government’s current welfare system have been particularly exposed during the coronavirus crisis, leaving too many people in an unacceptable financial situation.

“Although we will have to take the necessary time to consider the report’s finding in detail, we agree with the steering group’s conclusion that while a pilot programme would be worth exploring further, it must be done with the agreement, co-operation, and collaboration of all relevant parties. In this case, the Scottish Government does not have the full range of social security or tax powers to introduce a universal basic income pilot on its own as the majority of these remain reserved to the UK Government.

“We will continue to call on the UK Government to engage constructively with us on this issue, and urge them to seriously consider a basic income pilot as part of its UK- wide COVID-19 plans to support a strong and fair economic and social recovery.”

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]. Health and Communities Communications Scottish Government, St Andrew's House m: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)].

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of First Minister Covid Briefing Unit Sent: 04 May 2020 18:29 To: Social Security BMU; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Reid A (Adam); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income and Pay - Deadline 11:00 Tuesday

Dear [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] First Minister’s Briefing Unit Scottish Government First Minister’s Policy and Delivery Unit Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Social Security BMU Sent: 04 May 2020 13:06 To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; Social Security BMU; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Social Security BMU Sent: 04 May 2020 08:58 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] CPS Group Hub; Reid A (Adam); Economy Covid-19

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Hub; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management; Social Security BMU; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; CLG Coordination Unit [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

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From: Sent: 04 May 2020 08:50 To: CPS Group Hub; Reid A (Adam); Economy Covid-19 Hub; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management; Social Security BMU; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; CLG Coordination Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Thanks all - [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Reserved Benefits team is leading on this. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], please see UBI FMQ request below.

Thanks Paul

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] / Deputy Director - Social Justice and Regeneration - Scottish Government [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] / m: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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Kind regards,

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From: Reid A (Adam) Sent: 03 May 2020 18:44 To: Economy Covid-19 Hub; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management; CPS Group Hub; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

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Adam Reid | Deputy Director, Fair Work and Labour Market Strategy | [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] | @AdamM_Reid Sent from BlackBerry

From: Economy Covid-19 Hub Date: Sunday, 03 May 2020, 6:27 pm To: Economy Covid-19 Hub, First Minister Covid Briefing Unit, [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries, COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management, CPS Group Hub Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], DL SpAds Economy Hub, Reid A (Adam), [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Apologies also adding Communities and public services group hub.

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Economy Covid-19 Hub Sent: 03 May 2020 18:03

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To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management Cc: Economy Covid-19 Hub; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; Reid A (Adam) [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

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Economy Covid Hub 6th Floor, AQ Tel. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Mob. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

If urgent during the current period please contact me on Email: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 03 May 2020 17:35 To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; Economy Covid-19 Hub Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Dear Economy Hub,

Ahead of FMQs on Wednesday this week we are aware of some media coverage of calls by the Liberal Democrats for introduction of a Universal Basic Income. This has also been raised by Willie Rennie at the 2 previous FMQ sessions.

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Grateful for confirmation this has been picked up and for a draft to be returned to this copylist by 13:00 tomorrow (Monday)?

Many thanks

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] First Minister’s Briefing Unit Scottish Government First Minister’s Policy and Delivery Unit Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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ATTACHMENT

ISSUE: 3 May: Willie Rennie, Leader of the Scottish Liberal Democrats, released a statement calling for an intergovernmental summit on introducing a Universal Basic Income across the UK.

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A universal basic income, which could provide financial security to people during this time, is an idea worth exploring and we would urge the UK Government to give it serious consideration.  COVID-19 has made the case for seriously exploring some form of a universal basic income stronger than ever.  However, the Scottish Government on its own could not introduce a universal basic income.  Under the current devolution settlement we do not have the full range of powers over social security or tax that are required to make a universal payment to everyone in Scotland.  We continue to call on the UK Government to consider this more seriously.

Were it introduced, a universal basic income would also mitigate the impact of UK Government welfare cuts.  It would provide support to the increasing number of people find themselves ineligible for social security support provided by the UK Government or that the social security payments that they can access are insufficient to cover basic living costs.

We have committed to exploring the idea further and provided £250,000 to fund a feasibility study into conducting pilots in Scotland.  The Scottish Government has provided £250,000 to a consortium of four local authorities to undertake research into the feasibility of conducting local pilots in Scotland.  An interim independent report was published by the steering group in November last year and a final feasibility report will be published later this year.  The interim report set out progress to date, including initial thoughts on what a universal basic income pilot would look like.  Direct costs for a pilot were estimated to range from between £76m to £203m.  The emerging findings from the final report make it clear that the Scottish Government does not currently have the range of powers over social security or tax to make a universal payment.  The final report was due to be published in June and has been delayed due to COVID19.  The Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government wrote to the Secretary of State for Work and Pensions on 26 November 2019, asking for a commitment that her Department would work with the Scottish Government and

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the steering group to understand the challenges and potential solutions to implementing a universal basic income.  The steering group and officials from the Scottish Government, the Department for Work and Pensions and Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs have engaged in discussions and workshops about how a pilot could be implemented  Once the steering group publish their final report, it will be for the Scottish Government to consider the next steps. Any future decisions will need to be based on evidence and provide value for money.

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 04 May 2020 12:59 To: Social Security BMU; Reserved Benefits Mailbox Cc: McVie A (Ann); Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

Subject: RE: URGENT: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Hello [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

[out of scope] Thanks,

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[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] I Reserved and Working Age Benefits Team Leader I Scottish Government I 1-B (South) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Social Security BMU Sent: 04 May 2020 08:39 To: Reserved Benefits Mailbox Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; McVie A (Ann); Social Security BMU; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive Subject: URGENT: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Hi,

[out of scope] The deadline is 13:00.

Thanks,

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From: CPS Group Hub Sent: 03 May 2020 18:54 To: Reid A (Adam); Economy Covid-19 Hub; First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management; CPS Group Hub [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security BMU; Social Security Scotland Chief Executive; CLG Coordination Unit Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

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Kind regards,

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

I think social justice lead on UBI. Adding Paul who might be able to advise.

Adam

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Adam Reid | Deputy Director, Fair Work and Labour Market Strategy | [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] | @AdamM_Reid Sent from BlackBerry

From: Economy Covid-19 Hub Date: Sunday, 03 May 2020, 6:27 pm To: Economy Covid-19 Hub, First Minister Covid Briefing Unit, [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries, COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management; CPS Group Hub Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)], DL SpAds Economy Hub; Reid A (Adam); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Apologies also adding Communities and public services group hub.

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] On Behalf Of Economy Covid-19 Hub Sent: 03 May 2020 18:03 To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; Fair Work Covid19 Enquiries; COVID-19 Scottish Exchequer and Financial Management Cc: Economy Covid-19 Hub;[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub; Reid A (Adam) [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

Thank you- copying in the relevant hubs. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] - I think this crosses over into both your respective areas rather than the economy hub.

Could you agree who is best placed to lead and take forward the request please noting the deadline.

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

Economy Covid Hub 6th Floor, AQ Tel. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Mob. [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] [email protected]

If urgent during the current period please contact me on Email: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 03 May 2020 17:35 To: First Minister Covid Briefing Unit; Economy Covid-19 Hub

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Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; DL SpAds Economy Hub Subject: RE: FMQ Commission - Universal Basic Income - Deadline 13:00 Monday 4 May

Dear Economy Hub,

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Grateful for confirmation this has been picked up and for a draft to be returned to this copylist by 13:00 tomorrow (Monday)?

Many thanks

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] First Minister’s Briefing Unit Scottish Government First Minister’s Policy and Delivery Unit Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Tel: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 26 June 2020 11:00 To: Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government Cc: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People; Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser); McVie A (Ann); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Byrne A (Alison); Baron-Broadhurst L (Lisa); Wallace D (David); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Social Security BMU; McClintock A (Andy); DG Organisational Development & Operations; [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: Response to Work and Pensions Committee call for evidence re: UBI

PS / Cabinet Secretary for Communities and Local Government

Copy: Cabinet Secretary for Social Security and Older People, and Minister for Business, Fair Work and Skills

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XX June 2020

INQUIRY: THE DEPARTMENT FOR WORK AND PENSIONS PREPARATIONS FOR CHANGES IN THE WORLD OF WORK

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[REDACTED s.25].

AILEEN CAMPBELL

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ANNEX A

Written Evidence from the Scottish Government Is there a need to consider new, long term approaches to addressing change in the labour market: for example, introducing a Universal Basic Income? o Is UBI an appropriate short term response to shocks in the labour market? o What can the UK Government learn from international evidence on Universal Basic Income?

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[REDACTED s.25].

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ANNEX B

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 22 June 2020 13:43 To: McVie A (Ann); [Redacted s.38(1)(b)]; Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Cc: [Redacted s.38(1)(b) Subject: Advisory Group on Economic Recovery - final report - UBI reference

Hi everyone See the extract from the Advisory Group on Economic Recovery’s final report below in [REDACTED s.30(b)(ii)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] I Head of the Reserved and Working Age Benefits Unit I Scottish Government I 1B (South) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 09 June 2020 11:03 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: Query - social renewal board policy circles

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From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 09 June 2020 10:55 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Subject: RE: Query - social renewal board policy circles

[Redacted s.30(b)(ii)]

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] I Head of the Reserved and Working Age Benefits Unit I Scottish Government I 1B (South) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] or Skype

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From: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Sent: 09 June 2020 10:51 To: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Subject: RE: Query - social renewal board policy circles

[Redacted s.30(b)(ii)]

From: [Redacted s.38(1)(b)] Sent: 09 June 2020 10:39 To: Campbell J (Jeanette) (Special Adviser) Subject: FW: Query - social renewal board policy circles Importance: High

Hi Jeanette

It is not clear to me. Does this mean that UBI is not being looked at under the umbrella of social renewal?

Cheers

[Redacted s.38(1)(b)] I Head of the Reserved and Working Age Benefits Unit I Scottish Government I 1B (South) Victoria Quay Edinburgh EH6 6QQ

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