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SNP policy should 'embrace the defence industry' in Scotland, say former MPs

JOHN Swinney should change SNP policy to embrace the defence industry, two former senior MPs have said.

The National (Scotland)

Inside the SNP's new political strategy: 'You have to pick your fights'

JOHN Swinney is yet to flesh out his political vision for the SNP with the Holyrood election just under a year away, party insiders have told the…

The National (Scotland)

Humanitarian aid must be allowed to reach Gaza, John Swinney says

Humanitarian agencies must be allowed to deliver vital aid to Gaza, the First Minister has said.

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Swinney: Reasonable for ex-Dundee University principal to return £150,000 payout

The First Minister was speaking after Professor Iain Gillespie was grilled by a Holyrood committee.

Evening Standard

'Isn't it telling?': John Swinney rips into Anas Sarwar on benefit cuts

JOHN Swinney has ripped into Anas Sarwar's continued support for UK benefit cuts that more than 120 Labour MPs have now opposed.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney rejects Reform UK coalition but leaves door open for Scottish Labour

John Swinney has ruled out a coalition with Reform UK after the next Holyrood election, but has not appeared to do the same with Scottish Labour

The National (Scotland)

Swinney apology to Gypsy Travellers ‘significant milestone’, campaigner says

Roseanna McPhee welcomed the First Minister’s formal apology which she said came as a result of years of campaigning.

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Swinney says sorry to Gypsy Travellers for ‘trauma’ of the ‘tinker experiment’

Scottish First Minister John Swinney made clear the policies, pursued between 1940 and 1980, were ‘wrong’.

Evening Standard

First Minister issues historic apology to Scotland’s Gypsy Traveller community

FIRST Minister John Swinney has issued a formal apology in the Scottish Parliament to the Gypsy, Roma and Traveller community for its role in the…

The National (Scotland)

‘She killed three husbands with this teapot’: Prue Leith, Huw Stephens and more pick their favourite museum

From an iconic meteorite to an immersive coal pit, via the chance to sit on a ‘feeding chair’, famous fans tell us how they fell in love with the UK’s Museum of the Year finalists

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Fergus Ewing's solo Holyrood bid 'unnecessary as he could've run for SNP', FM says

VETERAN SNP MSP Fergus Ewing could have stood for the party again in 2026, the First Minister has said ...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney 'concerned' about UK involvement in Middle East conflict

JOHN Swinney has said he is “concerned” the UK could be drawn into the escalating conflict in the Middle East.

The National (Scotland)

Swinney ‘concerned’ about UK being drawn into Middle East conflict

The First Minister urged the international community to draw ‘back from the brink’.

Evening Standard

More families to benefit from free school meals, John Swinney confirms

FREE school meals for children is a key part in the Scottish Government’s “national mission” to end child poverty, the First Minister said as…

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Swinney urged to increase powers for authorities in bid to tackle knife crime

The family of Kory McCrimmon spoke after the Parents Against Knives march in Glasgow.

The National (Scotland)

Scotland could be 'complicit in war crimes' by allowing US to use Prestwick Airport

SCOTLAND could become complicit in war crimes by allowing Prestwick Airport to be used by US air force jets, Humza Yousaf has warned.

The National (Scotland)

Fergus Ewing says SNP will 'throw everything' at his bid to become independent MSP

Fergus Ewing says he believes his former party the SNP will “throw everything” against his attempts to be elected as an independent MSP next…

The National (Scotland)

Douglas Alexander refuses to set out democratic route to Scottish independence

DOUGLAS Alexander has refused to set out how Scotland could democratically achieve independence despite being repeatedly pushed on the issue.

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Evening Standard

Starmer calls for ‘diplomatic solution’ after US strikes Iran

The UK Government had urged de-escalation in the Middle East but Donald Trump pushed ahead with air and missile strikes.

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UK must push for diplomatic solution following US strikes on Iran, says Swinney

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged Iran to return to negotiations following the overnight attacks on Tehran’s nuclear facilities.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney calls for 'diplomatic solution' after US bombs Iran

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has said the UK must push for a diplomatic solution following the US strikes on Iran’s nuclear programme…

The National (Scotland)

SNP the only pro-indy party not to sign pledge condemning Gaza genocide

The SNP have been called out for being the only pro-independence party not to sign a pledge condemning Israel's atrocities in Gaza

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney to host independence debate with SNP members at National Council

THE SNP are set to host members at a National Council this weekend as the party's commitment to independence is in the spotlight

The National (Scotland)

Furious protesters take to Holyrood amid 'deadlocked' Ardrossan Harbour deal

ANGRY protesters have staged a demonstration outside the Scottish Parliament over a lack of progress in negotiations to nationalise Ardrossan…

Evening Standard

Tory leader accused of demonising young people with push for school exclusions

Russell Findlay has criticised new Scottish Government guidance for schools on tackling disruptive pupils.

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