The NHS and education are two obvious examples that should not be means tested
. But universalism is costly and cannot be applied to every benefit or service.
Giving free school meals to all primary 6 and 7 pupils, and going even further into secondaries, would not be a prudent move when money is tight. It would inevitably result in money benefiting middle and higher earners while not doing much to cut poverty. Ministers must review all their current commitments and work out how many kids will be taken out of poverty as a result. If a policy will not have the desired effect, it should not go ahead.Plane crazy Scots deserve a summer where they can make hassle-free travel plans.
So it’s disheartening to hear that airport staff at Scotland’s busiest airport are planning strikes. Edinburgh is the hub for an increasing number of flights.
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