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John Swinney says Scottish independence referendum will happen 'soon'

JOHN Swinney has said that a Scottish independence referendum will happen “soon” ...

The National (Scotland)

Ian Murray did not give 'accurate info' to Scottish press, John Swinney suggests

FIRST Minister John Swinney has suggested that Scottish Secretary Ian Murray did not give “accurate information” to the press during a visit to…

The National (Scotland)

Swinney in apology to patients who have ‘unsatisfactory experience’ in hospital

It comes after a report from the Royal College of Nursing warned of a ‘corridor care crisis’ across the NHS.

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John Swinney accuses Anas Sarwar of 'epitomising Labour dishonesty' in FMQs clash

JOHN Swinney accused Anas Sarwar of epitomising “the fundamental dishonesty” of the Labour Party in a heated clash at First Minister Questions…

The National (Scotland)

Anas Sarwar panned for austerity denial – as UK ministers plan 'ruthless' cuts

ANAS Sarwar has been accused of living in a “parallel universe” after he denied there would be any austerity under Labour – in the same week…

The National (Scotland)

Scotland reacts as Israel and Hamas strike ceasefire deal

SCOTLAND'S First Minister John Swinney has released a statement responding to news of a ceasefire deal being struck between Israel and Hamas.

The National (Scotland)

Let bereaved grieve in peace, says Swinney after plea from Salmond’s widow

Moira Salmond has said recent criticism of her late husband Alex is causing distress for herself and the family.

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John Swinney says Nicola Sturgeon's privacy must be 'respected' amid divorce

JOHN Swinney has said Nicola Sturgeon’s privacy should be “respected” – after the Scottish Tory leader linked the end of her marriage to a…

The National (Scotland)

Swinney seeks to speed up action to scrap two-child cap in Scotland

The First Minister said if the system can be in place sooner, ‘the first payments will be made in this coming year’.

Evening Standard

Scotland can join small European nations with world's lowest child poverty, FM says

JOHN Swinney has said that Scotland could join the ranks of small European nations with the lowest child poverty rates in the world – as long as…

The National (Scotland)

John Curtice delivers verdict on SNP and Scottish Labour after new Holyrood poll

PROFESSOR John Curtice and other experts have delivered their verdict on a new poll predicting the SNP will win the 2026 Holyrood elections – but…

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Humza Yousaf talks indy, Gaza and Donald Trump buying Scotland in exclusive interview

Former first minister Humza Yousaf speaks out about Elon Musk, Scottish independence, Gaza, and whether Donald Trump would buy Scotland

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John Swinney to set out vision for eradicating child poverty in Scotland

John Swinney has said he is “under no illusions” about the time it will take ministers to achieve his goal of ending child poverty – with…

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Aberdeen business leaders in oil and gas demand to John Swinney

BUSINESS leaders in north-east Scotland are urging the Scottish Government to stop its presumption against new oil and gas developments in the North…

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Governments urged to give ‘full-throated support’ to North Sea oil and gas

Aberdeen and Grampian Chamber of Commerce said it wants the Scottish Government to end the presumption against new developments in the North Sea.

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John Swinney vows to appeal to Trump's love of Scotland to avoid damaging tariffs

JOHN Swinney has said he will appeal to Donald Trump’s love of Scotland if it means it will protect the country from damaging tariffs on exports…

Evening Standard

UK’s first safer drugs consumption room opening in Glasgow

The facility will allow users to take illegal substances under medical supervision.

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'Unfair and distressing’: Alex Salmond's widow issues statement amid attacks on him

The widow of Alex Salmond says comments from those “determined to damage” her late husband’s reputation are unfair and distressing, urging…

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Alex Salmond’s widow says attacks on him are ‘unfair and distressing’

Her intervention comes following an interview in which Nicola Sturgeon discussed Mr Salmond’s behaviour.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney rejects Nicola Sturgeon's 'independence off the radar' claim

JOHN Swinney has rejected claims from Nicola Sturgeon that independence is “off the radar now”.

The National (Scotland)

'It's a foolish point': John Swinney pans Anas Sarwar's Budget negotiating tactic

JOHN Swinney has called Anas Sarwar's negotiation tactics during Scottish Budget discussions "foolish" and revealed Alex Cole-Hamilton is…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney vows to remain as First Minister until 2031 if SNP wins Holyrood

JOHN Swinney has vowed to remain as First Minister of Scotland until 2031 — if SNP win the Holyrood election next year.

The National (Scotland)

First Minister to announce £3m scheme to combat child poverty

JOHN Swinney will urge Scottish people to “think big and act bold” when he announces proposed measures to tackle child poverty on Wednesday.

The National (Scotland)

First Minister joins calls for disgraced Stuart Hogg to be stripped of MBE

JOHN Swinney has voiced support over calls to have a former Scotland Rugby captain’s royal honours stripped.

Evening Standard

Hogg abuse ‘incredibly disappointing’, says Swinney

The 32-year-old was sentenced to a community payback order with 12 months of supervision after admitting a charge of domestic abuse.

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