John Swinney wished the country a Merry Christmas and thanked volunteers, emergency service workers and those in the armed ...

The Scottish Government’s “utmost priority” is tackling child poverty, John Swinney has said in his Christmas message. The ...

The First Minister accused the UK Government of making ‘mistakes’ in its budget which will exacerbate the problem.

I’m delighted to have had the opportunity to see first-hand the compelling nature of the support that’s given to people as a ...

From fears of an election wipeout to bouncing back with the budget, John Swinney reflects on a chaotic 2024.

Vital’ to address Lord Advocate’s concerns on length of Eljamel probe – Swinney - Scotland’s top prosecutor Dorothy Bain KC ...

The First Minister expressed the condolences of the people of Scotland to the Saxony-Anhalt Government following the attack.

I feared an SNP wipe-out in general election, says Swinney - The party was reduced from 48 seats at Westminster to just nine ...

John Swinney has pledged to give “serious consideration” to making non-fatal choking a criminal offence in Scotland, ...

The First Minister of Scotland has condemned the behaviour of a "minority of fans" who charged along Argyle Street in the ...

John Swinney to auction Christmas card picture to help children’s charity - The First Minister has chosen a picture by PA ...

The First Minister has said that eradicating child poverty is the 'utmost priority' for his government in his Christmas ...