The Latest Breaking News from John Swinney

Sophie joins celebrations in Scotland after Tour de France 2027 announcement

The Duchess of Edinburgh, Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney and UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy were all in Edinburgh.

The Independent UK · Mar 19, 2025

Grangemouth could be converted into leading green fuels hub, Swinney says

Scotland’s first minister speaking as report suggests up to 1,200 jobs could be created – but too late for refinery’s workers

The Guardian - UK · Mar 19, 2025

Culture Secretary speaks of ‘regret’ over decision to end River City TV show

Angus Robertson has ‘concerns’ over the impact the ending of the programme could have for training in the TV sector.

Evening Standard · Mar 19, 2025

Labour MP confronted after slating Scotland's 'living standards' amid DWP cuts

A SCOTTISH Labour MP has been branded "the invisible man" after he launched an attack on the SNP's record on living standards

The National (Scotland) · Mar 19, 2025

'Time to deliver': Labour set deadline for crucial Scottish carbon capture decision

The UK Government has been urged to announce funding for the Acorn project in the upcoming Spring Statement ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 18, 2025

Sweeping UK benefit cuts 'do not equal austerity', Anas Sarwar insists

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has hit back at claims that UK Government welfare changes will amount to austerity.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 18, 2025

Who is Liz Kendall? All to know about Secretary of State for Work and Pensions

Here is everything you need to know about British Secretary of State for Work and Pensions Liz Kendall amid DWP cuts.

The National (Scotland) · Mar 18, 2025

Tory attacks on Nicola Sturgeon ‘classic example of abuse women face', FM says

THE Scottish Conservatives provided a “classic example” of the abuse women face in politics with their attacks on Nicola Sturgeon ...

The National (Scotland) · Mar 17, 2025

Labour should raise taxes before cutting disability benefits, John Swinney says

FIRST Minister John Swinney called for the UK Labour Government to look at tax reform before “balancing the books on the backs of the poor” with…

The National (Scotland) · Mar 17, 2025

John Swinney to host event on Scotland’s ‘success’ in offshore wind energy

John Swinney is to speak at an investment event on Scotland’s “growth and success” in the offshore wind industry

The National (Scotland) · Mar 16, 2025