SCOTLAND 2070. Healthy | Wealthy | Wise

Book excerpt: What kind of Scotland do we imagine for our children and grandchildren? Where can we find inspiration? Certainly not in today's punch-bag politics! In a world reeling from a global pandemic, facing an inevitable climate crisis and a host of social and financial troubles, it's easy to feel discouraged. Yet, plenty of interesting and exciting opportunities lie ahead, if only one knows where to look. This accessibly-written book intrigues and inspires, blending story-telling with factual writing to describe six big opportunities, and set out three key messages. First, Scotland can succeed in the new world if it acts decisively and ambitiously to focus on new opportunities that we can see emerging. Second, these opportunities are there whatever our political choices. And third, success requires a 50 year view.