Call for Evidence

Terms of reference: Cost of living: impact on rural communities in Scotland

The Committee would welcome written views addressing one or all of the following issues:

• The particular challenges facing Scottish rural communities in relation to the cost of living compared with other areas of the UK;

• To what extent recent UK Government cost of living support measures meet the needs of rural populations in Scotland;

• Whether UK Government cost of living support could be better tailored to meet the needs of rural communities in Scotland;

• Any further steps the UK Government could take to support Scottish rural communities in relation to the cost of living; and

• How effectively the UK and Scottish governments have worked together to coordinate and provide support in relation to the cost of living for the people of Scotland.

Accounts of personal experiences will be kept confidential.

The Committee values diversity and encourages members of under-represented groups to provide submissions. We also encourage those living in rural areas in Scotland to submit their views to the inquiry. If you have any questions regarding submitting written evidence, please contact us at: scotaffcom@parliament.uk.

Deadline for submissions

The Committee calls for evidence to be submitted by Monday 6 February 2023.