Shaping the future of Scotland
The 2026 Scottish Parliament elections are taking place at a crucial time, when people are closely watching the Scottish Government’s ability to deliver. Without proper investment in public services, infrastructure, and the people who deliver them, the Scottish Parliament’s plans may fall short.
Whilst Prospect remains politically independent and unaffiliated with any political party, we always advocate for the interests of members. So as Scotland looks ahead, we call on all parties and candidates to support workers in Scotland and commit to creating secure, well-paid, high‑quality jobs.
On this page, you’ll find Prospect’s policy recommendations for the next Scottish Government, which aim to make work better.
Policy priorities shaped by our members
Safeguard public sector work and advance fairness at work
Protect Scotland’s heritage: invest in people, preserve our past
Safeguard Scotland’s creative industries: our voice, our future
Secure Scotland’s scientific future: fair work, innovation and just transition
Power a fairer future: clean energy jobs, just transition and workers’ rights
Invest in the Civil Service
Prospect’s recommendations at a glance
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David Balharry, CEO of the John Muir Trust, and Angela R Gannon, Negotiations Officer of Prospect, signed the recognition agreement at Schiehallion, one of the Trust’s iconic sites.
Members at a Heritage pay campaign event in Stirling.
“So much of Prospect’s work in Scotland will be impacted by the outcome of these elections, it’s really vital that members know what we are asking for, and most importantly get out and vote”
~ Richard Hardy, Prospect National Secretary for Scotland ~
