John Swinney has called for a Norther Irish style trigger point for a border poll to be accepted for Scottish independence.

John Swinney has said he is concerned by the moderation changes at Facebook and Instagram, while signalling that he may ...

The first minister has offered an "unreserved" apology days before a new CalMac ship finally begins passenger sailings.

First Minister John Swinney has insisted he wants to “finish the task” on Scottish independence – with the SNP leader ...

First Minister says he will continue to use the social media platform for now and uses billionaire’s website to deliver ...

First Minister John Swinney has said he would not refuse to meet Donald Trump if he visits Scotland, after the Scottish ...

The First Minister has said the proposed Budget will “maximise our potential as an energy leader” in green power and net zero ...

In his first major political address of 2025, Scottish First Minister John Swinney has called on his political opponents to ...

John Swinney has insisted there will be "real damage done" to the NHS if opposition MSPs block his budget - claiming this could see operations cancelled and medicines rationed. Making his first speech ...

Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says John Swinney is at the top of his game politically, but he can't hide from the SNP ...

The First Minister said he regrets “very much” problems with the construction of the Glen Sannox and the Glen Rosa, as the ...

The SNP leader said he had to be "satisfied" X remained an appropriate platform for the Government to communicated with the ...