Scotland’s Finance Secretary Shona Robison is under pressure to implement wide-ranging reforms in the upcoming draft Budget for 2025/26. With demands for increased funding for the NHS, education, and local authorities, Robison’s focus will be on eradicating child poverty and addressing climate issues. Despite an additional £3.4bn from the UK government, concerns persist over sustainable funding amid rising public sector salaries and various competing demands. The proposed tax-and-spending bill will be debated in the Scottish Parliament before a February vote, requiring support from outside the ruling SNP minority administration.