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Scotland needs a radical shift in the way that power and influence are distributed to help address democratic deficits and rebuild trust in the political process, The Ferret has been told. Politicians and campaigners reacting to our week-long investigation – Who Runs Scotland – claimed it has revealed deep flaws in our transparency legislation and a heavy reliance on big businesses based outwith Scotland, including those with links to tax havens. Our series of reports also suggested a “closed shop” of connections in both public and private decision-making and an imbalance of power tipped in favour of those with money, land, connections and high professional status.

United kingdomGlasgow cityWillie sullivanJan nimmoAndrew wilsonBenny higginsNicola sturgeonAngus grossartEmma ritchMike smallIan fraserAlex salmondBella caledoniaRhiannon daviesElectoral reform society scotlandCitizens assembly