# economy & finance (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover economy & finance. Page: Feed: --- ## [Confidence in RCMP Operations and Leadership Grows in Canada](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/27/police-canada/) _2026-08-27 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ Fewer than three-in-five Canadians are satisfied with the criminal courts in their province. Read more Confidence in RCMP Operations and Leadership Grows in Canada ## [Scotland’s exports in 10 charts 2026](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/08/26/scotlands-exports-in-10-charts-2026/) _2026-08-26 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 6 minutes This blog summarises 10 key charts from the recent SPICe briefing on Scotland's exports. Continue reading ## [Long Wait Times Rise as Health Care Concern Across Canada](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/20/health-care-can-2026/) _2026-08-20 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ Seven-in-ten Canadians express confidence in the health care system being there to provide help and assistance. Read more Long Wait Times Rise as Health Care Concern Across Canada ## [Labour market update: August 2026](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/08/19/labour-market-update-august-2026/) _2026-08-19 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: \< 1 minute Monthly update on the labour market in Scotland. Continue reading ## [Governing New Democrats Retake Lead in British Columbia](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/18/bcpoli-aug2026/) _2026-08-18 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ A provincial election would result in very close contests in the Fraser Valley, Metro Vancouver and Southern BC. Read more Governing New Democrats Retake Lead in British Columbia ## [Disposable Barbecues FAQs](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/08/14/disposable-barbecues-faqs/) _2026-08-14 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 6 minutes This blog looks at current regulations and guidance on the use of disposable barbecues, and potential legislative approaches the Scottish and UK Governments could take to ban their sale. Continue reading ## [Views on Indigenous Issues Turn Negative Across British Columbia](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/13/undrip-aug2026/) _2026-08-13 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ More than two thirds remain concerned about the ramifications of the B.C. Supreme Court’s Cowichan decision. Read more Views on Indigenous Issues Turn Negative Across British Columbia ## [Canadian Liberals Enjoy 20-Point Lead Over Rival Conservatives](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/10/cdnpoli-aug2026/) _2026-08-10 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ Mark Carney has a 23-point advantage over Pierre Poilievre when Canadians ponder who would make the best prime minister. Read more Canadian Liberals Enjoy 20-Point Lead Over Rival Conservatives ## [Little Appetite for Name and Flag Change in British Columbia](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/06/bcname/) _2026-08-06 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ More than half of the province’s residents agree with the decision to rename the Queen Charlotte Islands as Haida Gwaii in 2010. Read more Little Appetite for Name and Flag Change in British Columbia ## [Scottish Cabinet portfolios](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/08/05/scottish-cabinet-portfolios/) _2026-08-05 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 2 minutes This blog provides a quick and accessible guide to the Scottish Cabinet and its responsibilities as overseen by the Cabinet Secretaries. Continue reading ## [Open directory of blogs (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/u3BEsr8pk4hO) _2026-08-05 · **Sponsored**_ Drop URLs or OPML — get per-blog pages plus machine-readable JSON, OPML, text ## [1/3 of the Vote Could Suffice in Vancouver’s Mayoral Election](https://researchco.ca/2026/08/04/vanpoli-2/) _2026-08-04 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ Few likely municipal voters held positive views on the recently abandoned Villages Plan. Read more 1/3 of the Vote Could Suffice in Vancouver’s Mayoral Election ## [Albertans and Canadians at Odds Over Non-Binding Referendum](https://researchco.ca/2026/07/30/unity-canada-4/) _2026-07-30 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ More than three-in-five Canadians think the federal government should not allow Alberta’s separation to happen. Read more Albertans and Canadians at Odds Over Non-Binding Referendum ## [Long-term conditions in Scotland](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/28/long-term-conditions-in-scotland/) _2026-07-28 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 3 minutes This blog discusses long-term conditions in Scotland, prevalence and future projections. Continue reading ## [Mixed Reaction to Federal Housing Plan in British Columbia](https://researchco.ca/2026/07/23/housing-bc-july2026/) _2026-07-23 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ More than two thirds would like to remove the full 5% Goods and Services Tax (GST) for new homes valued up to $1 million Read more Mixed Reaction to Federal Housing Plan in British Columbia ## [Intergovernmental activity update Q1 and Q2 2026](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/23/intergovernmental-activity-update-q1-and-q2-2026/) _2026-07-23 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: \< 1 minute SPICe has published a new quarterly intergovernmental activity update, which covers quarters 1 and 2 (January to June) of 2026. You can find previous updates on our intergovernmental activity hub. ‘Intergovernmental activity’ Continue reading ## [Bowel Cancer Screening](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/22/bowel-cancer-screening/) _2026-07-22 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 3 minutes On 12 July 2026, the Scottish Government announced that Public Health Minister Maree Todd had asked the UK National Screening Committee (UK NSC) to consider Continue reading ## [Labour market update: July 2026](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/21/labour-market-update-july-2026/) _2026-07-21 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: \< 1 minute Monthly update on the labour market in Scotland. Continue reading ## [Bans on Single-Use Plastics Endorsed by Majorities of Canadians](https://researchco.ca/2026/07/16/plastics-canada/) _2026-07-16 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ More than half say they are using fewer plastic products in their daily lives now than five years ago. Read more Bans on Single-Use Plastics Endorsed by Majorities of Canadians ## [Promoting Healthy Ageing in Scotland](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/14/promoting-healthy-ageing-in-scotland/) _2026-07-14 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 4 minutes In January 2026, SPICe published a briefing on Promoting Healthy Ageing in Scotland. The briefing looked at the influence that lifestyle and environment can have Continue reading ## [World Cup Success Vastly Increases Canadian Soccer Fandom](https://researchco.ca/2026/07/09/soccer-canada-2026/) _2026-07-09 · By Mario Canseco · Research Co._ Only 14% of Canadians reject the idea of Canadian cities hosting the FIFA World Cup in 2038. Read more World Cup Success Vastly Increases Canadian Soccer Fandom ## [Daily plans, scheduled by AI (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/gd3jqopO4exM) _2026-07-09 · **Sponsored**_ AI-made daily plans that schedule tasks and protect focus time. ## [New SPICe research – Access to Legal Aid and Advice in Scotland](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/07/02/new-spice-research-access-to-legal-aid-and-advice-in-scotland/) _2026-07-02 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 5 minutes SPICe has been working – through its academic fellowship scheme – with Dr Mustapha Douch from Edinburgh University. Dr Douch has used econometric techniques to Continue reading ## [The Commonwealth Games 2026](https://spice-spotlight.scot/2026/06/26/the-commonwealth-games-2026/) _2026-06-26 · SPICe · SPICe Spotlight | Solas air SPICe_ Reading Time: 5 minutes A look at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games 2026 Continue reading