Swinney recalls contrast of son’s birth on day of Dunblane tragedy

First Minister John Swinney’s son was born on the same day of the Dunblane tragedy (Jane Barlow/PA) - (PA Wire)

First Minister John Swinney has reflected on the “contrast” he will “never, ever forget” with the Dunblane tragedy and the birth of his son on the same day 30 years ago.

Sixteen children and their teacher were murdered in the deadliest mass shooting in UK history on March 13, 1996 when gunman Thomas Hamilton entered the gymnasium of Dunblane Primary School and opened fire on a primary one class.