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Recommendation 11
11
Enhance FCDO training for embassy staff and promote regular meetings on Scottish interests
Recommendation
The FCDO should enhance its programme of training for relevant embassy staff at all band levels to improve the knowledge base of UK officials of the Scottish market and industry landscape, as well as the current priorities of the UK Government in relation to promoting Scotland internationally (considering the recommendation made in Chapter 3 above in relation to strategy). In those locations where staff are not co-located, regular meetings should be held between relevant embassy teams and Scottish Government officials or Scottish Development International staff to ensure communication and information sharing. Beyond this, teams should also be encouraged to meet periodically with other Scottish institutions, be that in industry or academia. (Paragraph 47) Promoting Scottish trade
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 30 November 2023. Response attribution to this conclusion has not been verified. Read the response document ↗