JOHN Swinney was mocked after he insisted the “time is right” for Scotland to be independent — just moments after predicting our economy could be hit by a recession. But, despite the shadow ...

John Swinney with his wife Elizabeth Quigley and son Matthew (Image: Andrew Milligan/PA Wire) Speaking at the 2024 SNP conference, Swinney thanked his wife for the “sacrifices” she has made to allow ...

First Minister John Swinney will kickstart the SNP’s election campaign next month - as he insisted the “time was right” to push for independence despite the threat of a recession looming ...

First Minister John Swinney is bringing forward an annual announcement on his policy and legislative goals. The SNP leader said moving the programme for government to 6 May would "enable a full ...

It does not necessarily reflect the view of The Herald. John Swinney has said he does not want to look back on his time in office and regret failing to do enough to counter the rise of Reform UK.

Roula Khalaf, Editor of the FT, selects her favourite stories in this weekly newsletter. Scottish first minister John Swinney will bring forward his legislative programme by four months to May 6 ...

John Swinney has said he will be publishing his Government’s legislative programme earlier than usual to allow for a “full year of delivery” ahead of the 2026 Scottish Parliament elections.