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Workforce Summary

Scotland’s success in attracting investment is helped by a skilled workforce and a diverse economy.

Scotland is home to over 5,194,000 people. The central belt of Scotland is the most populous area, providing the major cities of Edinburgh and Glasgow with large talent pools to draw from.

Scotland's numerous universities constantly replenish the economy with a highly skilled and fresh labour force.

Scotland’s 2,480,000 workers are employed across the economy, including Scotland’s key industries and the public sector.

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