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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Katrine Bussey

Emotional John Swinney says he'll deliver Scottish independence for teenage son

John Swinney with his son Matthew and wife Elizabeth after his speech - (Getty)

An emotional John Swinney has told SNP members he is “determined” to deliver Scottish independence so his teenage son can grow up in a “better” country.

The First Minister became emotional as he closed his party’s annual conference in Aberdeen, pausing during the speech as he set out his personal commitment to the cause.

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