The Latest Breaking News from John Swinney

SNP president predicts ‘contested’ election to find Nicola Sturgeon’s successor

Potential candidates to succeed the outgoing First Minister include Angus Robertson, Kate Forbes and John Swinney

The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon succession race begins as all eyes focus on John Swinney

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says the intentions of the Deputy First Minister are crucial

Daily Record · Feb 15, 2023

Who is Kate Forbes? The former minister who could replace Humza Yousaf

KATE Forbes could be a contender in the race to replace Humza Yousaf.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 15, 2023

Possible candidates to be new First Minister of Scotland

There are several candidates who could be appointed to replace Nicola Sturgeon as SNP leader.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon dubbed ‘finest public servant’ of devolution age

Supporters of Nicola Sturgeon have paid tribute to the outgoing First Minister as she tendered her resignation at Bute House on Wednesday.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Nicola Sturgeon: Who will replace first minister after shock resignation announcement

Following the first minister's shock resignation announcement on Wednesday, talk has already begun over who could replace Nicola Sturgeon as the new leader of the SNP.

Edinburgh Live · Feb 15, 2023

Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon as First Minister?

NICOLA Sturgeon has announced that she will step down as First Minister after more than eight years.

The National (Scotland) · Feb 15, 2023

Who will replace Nicola Sturgeon? Scottish leadership runners and riders

From trusted deputy first minister John Swinney to Kate Forbes and Humza Yousaf, here are the possible names in the hat

The Guardian - UK · Feb 15, 2023

Scotland’s Jacinda Ardern? Cabinet secretary Kate Forbes leads race to replace Nicola Sturgeon

Angus Robertson and Humza Yousaf also among early favourites to replace Ms Sturgeon after her dramatic resignation

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023

Sturgeon resignation: Possible candidates to be new First Minister

There are several new candidates who could be appointed the next First Minister.

The Independent UK · Feb 15, 2023