{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Go Radio Business Show with Hunter & Haughey. Scotland’s Business Podcast.","title":"What's Happening To Our Jobs?","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":2074,"description":"Air Date: October 11th, 2026 with Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events\n \nHosts: Lord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter\nThis week on the Go Radio Business Show, Hunter & Haughey tackle some of the biggest issues facing Scotland and the UK economy. From the growing housing crisis and rising youth unemployment to the rapid impact of AI on jobs and workplaces, they discuss why bold action is needed from government and business alike. They also explore the rise of Chinese car manufacturers, the future of Scottish industry, and the opportunities that still exist for entrepreneurs determined to succeed. \nKey Highlights\nLord Willie Haughey and Sir Tom Hunter discuss why Scotland remains a great place to start and grow a business despite current challenges. \nA deep dive into the housing crisis, including concerns over rising build costs and Taylor Wimpey's decision to halt new developments in London. \nThe case for reducing regulation and creating incentives to support housebuilding and apprenticeships. \nWhy youth unemployment is rising and what governments could do to help young people into work. \nDiscussion around business rates, skills shortages and priorities for the upcoming Scottish Budget. \nThe growing influence of Chinese manufacturers on global industries, particularly the automotive sector. \nConcerns about AI, remote working and the future of employment across the public and private sectors. \nReflections on Grangemouth, Scottish manufacturing, and the need to protect high-value jobs and industries. \nBook recommendations from Tom and Willie, including biographies from the worlds of business and music.\nJoin the Conversation \n \nWhat did you think of this episode?  Email: GoBusiness@thisisgo.co.uk \n \nFollow us @thisisgoradio on Instagram, Facebook, LinkedIn and Tik Tok \n \nFor more Go Studio Podcasts, head to: https://thisisgo.co.uk/podcasts/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/1ATeQD...\n \nFor more about our sponsor, Barclays Hampden Hospitality and Events...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/f3_Bcqs3gAP0Bg-D9wSlWNsMij_OS7pJBu9pV2YM-s0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xNTgz/NTA4N2M5MTUzYzk3/MjJmNDcwMGMwNzA1/MTJmZi5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}