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'He was a voice for peace': John Swinney pays tribute to Pope Francis

Scotland's First Minister has paid tribute to Pope Francis, who passed away on Monday morning at the age of 88 ...

The National (Scotland)

Cooper urges action over killings fuelled by fixation with extreme violence

The Home Secretary warned stronger steps are needed to stop deadly crimes influenced by access to horrifying material online.

Evening Standard

John Swinney meeting with Donald Trump's son 'very bad call' – Scottish Greens

John Swinney’s decision to meet with Donald Trump’s son at Bute House was a “very bad call”, Lorna Slater has said ...

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The Guardian view on Scottish Labour: a defining moment for Anas Sarwar

Editorial: After a spectacular general election win, Keir Starmer’s party is struggling to repeat its success in the approaching Holyrood contest

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John Swinney urged to reverse stance on lynx reintroduction amid poll support

John Swinney has been urged to reconsider his dismissal of the reintroduction of lynx to Scotland as a poll indicates a rise in public support.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney: Blocking Budget risks 'feeding forces of populism'

Scotland’s First Minister will warn that blocking the Scottish Government’s draft Budget risks “feeding the forces of anti-politics and…

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John Swinney targets child poverty, economy and public services in New Year message

First Minister John Swinney reflected on a “remarkable year” in his New Year’s message...

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'Peace is possible': John Swinney calls for 'concentrated efforts' on Gaza ceasefire

THE First Minister of Scotland has called for efforts to be concentrated on a ceasefire in Gaza following a deal made between Israel and Hezbollah.

The National (Scotland)

Ministerial cars ‘not free taxis to the football’, says Findlay

It comes as Health Secretary Neil Gray prepares to make a statement after being taken in an official vehicle to three Aberdeen games.

Evening Standard

MSPs vote to reverse Labour Government's 'family farm tax'

MSPs have called on the UK Government to reverse the decision to impose a “so-called family farm tax” on agricultural businesses.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney issues statement after Donald Trump claims US election victory

SCOTLAND’S First Minister has offered his reaction to the US election after Donald Trump declared a “magnificent victory”...

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney won't attend Alex Salmond's funeral 'in line with family's wishes'

THE Scottish Government has confirmed the First Minister will not attend Alex Salmond’s funeral on Tuesday...

The National (Scotland)

Scottish Greens plead with John Swinney not to bring back peak rail fares

THE Scottish Greens have called on the Government to abandon plans to bring back peak rail fares next week.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney calls for immediate binding ceasefire to end 'suffering' in Middle East

SCOTLAND'S First Minister has said the situation in the Middle East is cause for the “deepest concern” as he called for a binding ceasefire in…

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Flamingo Land's Loch Lomond exclusivity deal must end, SNP government told

THE Scottish Greens have called on the First Minister to end the exclusivity agreement between a government agency and Flamingo Land’s proposed…

The National (Scotland)

First Minister hints at election if SNP Budget does not pass

SCOTLAND’S First Minister has said there could be an early Holyrood election if the Budget fails to pass in December.

The National (Scotland)

'Not acting in good faith': Scottish Greens cast doubt on support for SNP Budget

THE Scottish Greens have cast doubt on whether they will support the Scottish Government’s Budget following John Swinney’s Programme for…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney announces nearly £600 million investment in affordable housing

THE First Minister has announced a nearly £600 million investment in affordable housing as part of his first Programme for Government.

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SNP 'must be remade after damage done by Stalin-esque Nicola Sturgeon', grandee says

THE SNP must be restructured to undo changes which “shifted all power to a leadership cult, with the party then run by Stalin’s wee sister”,…

The National (Scotland)

SNP 'right that rejoining EU could bring £30bn boost to UK coffers', IFS says

THE SNP’s claim rejoining the EU would boost revenues by £30 billion a year is “not unreasonable”, financial experts have said.

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney rows back on SNP's 'independence negotiations' pledge in BBC interview

ANY independence negotiations with the UK government after an SNP victory in a General Election “should involve Scotland having a…

The National (Scotland)

'Unite to defeat every Tory MP': John Swinney to campaign in Alister Jack's seat

The First Minister is set to call for Scotland to unite in the General Election to “defeat every Tory MP in the country” while campaigning in…

The National (Scotland)

Abuse survivor payments surpass £20m mark, says John Swinney

THE total paid to victims of historic child abuse by Scotland’s Redress scheme has now surpassed £20 million.

Insider UK

Fresh delay sees completion of Ferguson Marine ferries put back again

Ships now set to be completed this autumn and by “late summer” of next year

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney won't commit to de facto indyref: 'My preference is a S30 order'

THE Deputy First Minister has said it would be “premature” to say if he supports the idea of a General Election being used as a “de…

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