Burnham v Swinney: will the UK PM overshadow the SNP’s conference?
Prime minister presents new kind of challenge for SNP, and his Scottish visit will loom large over its big eventThis year, even Andy Burnham is invite...
Swinney sticks with pledge to cap prices on basic foods in Scotland
First minister sets out his government’s agenda and defends policy described by industry groups as a ‘potty gimmick’John Swinney insisted on Tuesday h...
John Swinney says victims of Edinburgh knife attacks deeply traumatised
Scotland’s first minister expresses solidarity with communities affected by apparently anti-Muslim violenceJohn Swinney has said victims of the allege...
Swinney keen to work with fellow nationalist devolved leaders in UK
SNP leader wants to ensure voices of Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland ‘are heard loud and clear’John Swinney has said he plans to work with the na...
John Swinney declares victory for SNP in Holyrood elections
Scottish Labour leader, Anas Sarwar, concedes his party was comprehensively beatenElection 2026 live: latest news updatesFull results from England, Sc...
Swinney will call vote on referendum powers after Scottish elections
Top aide says SNP leader will seek approval to press for independence even if he fails to win majority on 7 MayJohn Swinney will call a vote seeking i...
