Build Wealth or Fall Behind
About this episode
The episode discusses Scotland's economic future, wealth creation, taxation, housing challenges, and positive business momentum.
Air Date: March 17th, 2026 Hosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter In this high-energy episode of the Go Radio Business Show, the conversation gets real about Scotland’s economic future, tackling everything from wealth creation and taxation to housing challenges and business growth. But it’s not all heavy headlines — the episode also shines a spotlight on positive momentum across Scottish business, from SME wins and funding success stories to major investments in housing and innovation. Plus, there’s a fascinating look at the future of AI as a tradable commodity, and what global power players are doing to stay ahead. Key Highlights 💬 Economic reality check: A deep dive into Scotland’s deficit and the gap between tax income and welfare spending 💼 Tax vs growth debate: Why attracting wealth creators could be the key to funding public services 🏗️ Housing crisis unpacked: Developers pulling back and what needs to change to build more homes ⚡ SME game-changer: New legislation targeting late payments and why it matters 🚀 Business wins: Funding success stories, job creation, and investment momentum 🤖 Future trends: AI computing power emerging as a tradable global commodity 🌍…
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