The Latest Breaking News from John Swinney

SNP 'must show they can be trusted' for Greens to back Budget, Patrick Harvie says

THE SNP must show they can be trusted if they want the Greens to support their Scottish Budget, Patrick Harvie has said ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 25, 2024

'Political ploy': Fury as union members target John Swinney office over pay

UNION members who protested outside the office of First Minister John Swinney have been accused of a “political ploy” as they escalated their…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 25, 2024

Commonwealth Games must go on beyond pared back 2026 event – Starmer

The Prime Minister said the slimmed down Glasgow Games will still greatly boost the economy.

Evening Standard · Oct 24, 2024

Striking council staff stage pay protest outside Swinney’s office

Unison members in the Perth and Kinross area are taking part in a two-week walkout which has closed a number of schools.

Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2024

Ministers heading to Ayr for next travelling Cabinet meeting

MINISTERS will head to South Ayrshire for the next travelling Cabinet meeting ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 23, 2024

JK Rowling And Elon Musk Mock Scottish Government’s List Of 24 Genders, Including “Pangender”

JK Rowling, known for her controversial views on gender, took to social media with a sarcastic jab at the Scottish Government’s list of 24 gender identities. The post JK Rowling And Elon Musk Mock Scottish Government’s List Of 24 Genders, Including “Pangender” first appeared on Bored Panda.

Bored Panda · Oct 23, 2024

Scotland must face up to Commonwealth Games' history, says John Swinney

THE history of the Commonwealth Games is a “significant issue” to “wrestle” with ahead of Scotland hosting the revamped event in 2026, John…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

Glasgow Commonwealth Games should be 'Chris Hoy Games', says John Swinney

JOHN Swinney has said he would like to see the Commonwealth Games be known as the Chris Hoy Games in honour of the six-time Olympic gold medallist…

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024

Games programme could be scaled back further if costs spiral, hints Swinney

Glasgow will host a smaller version of the Commonwealth Games in 2026.

The Independent UK · Oct 22, 2024

Scottish Government offered to pay to repatriate Alex Salmond's body, Alba confirm

THE Scottish Government offered to pay for Alex Salmond's repatriation but a private plane was quicker, it has been confirmed by Alba ...

The National (Scotland) · Oct 22, 2024