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Event

The Herald Budget Briefing event take place on Thursday, October 29, the morning after the chancellor’s announcement.

The event will take place in at Nationwide Offices, 177 Bothwell Street, Glasgow, G2 7ER 

The event will provide delegates with the opportunity to network, learn, question and hear from industry experts. Our Political Columnist and panel will be sharing their expertise and knowledge and thoughts followed by an audience Q & A.

Tickets are free and include a copy of The Herald, along with tea, coffee, and refreshments upon arrival.

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Thursday, October 29, 2026
09:00
Nationwide Offices, 177 Bothwell Street, Glasgow, G2 7ER

9.00am – Arrival and Networking
9.30am – Overview and analysis of key budget announcements
10.00am – Panel discussion on budget
10.30am – Audience Q&A
10.45am – Closing Remarks
11.00am – Networking
11.30am – Budget Briefing Concludes

HOST

Brian Taylor
Herald Columnist and Political Commentator

The morning’s discussion will be chaired by Herald columnist and political commentator Brian Taylor, who will provide a summary of the key issues raised by the Chancellor’s latest plans for taxation, benefits and spending.

Andy Williams

Panel Member

Director of ADS Scotland, ADS Group Ltd

Andy is Scotland Director for ADS, the trade association representing the UK’s Aerospace, Defence, Security and Space sectors. ADS Scotland was established in 2005 and currently represents 200+ SME and multinational company members. Before joining ADS earlier in 2026, Andy was a public affairs and policy consultant in Edinburgh, advising businesses primarily in the FMCG, renewable energy and health sectors. Earlier in his career, Andy was manufacturing policy lead at the Confederation of British Industry (CBI) during a challenging period for the sector that included the Covid-19 pandemic and Brexit negotiations.

Craig Wilson

Panel Member

Head of FX Sales & Trade Finance | Business Banking, Nationwide

Derek Hanlan

Panel Member

Tax Director, Glasgow, Mitchells Roberton

Stephen Boyd

Panel Member

Director, IPPR Scotland