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Michael Marra’s bid to lead Scottish Labour is gaining steam as he pushes for a Scottish jobs guarantee tied to public contracts, arguing taxpayer money must fuel local manufacturing—not overseas factories. His stance, bolstered by MP Euan Stainbank, targets the scandal of Scotland-funded buses built in China and calls for smarter procurement that prioritizes social value and domestic industry. While Scotland’s 2014 Procurement Reform Act aimed to boost local business, critics say it’s outdated and still tilted toward big international firms. Meanwhile, rival Joe Fagan zeroes in on workers’ rights, proposing a $15 minimum wage for social care staff as a litmus test for government accountability. The Scottish Government defends its current approach, citing existing job support and ongoing efforts to secure local shipbuilding contracts—like those for Ferguson Marine—while pledging to build a sustainable, skilled workforce at home.

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