John Swinney has defied the well-established political dictum that when you’re in a hole, you should stop digging. After last week’s landmark Supreme Court gender judgment, he’s still in ...

John Swinney has said he feels "deep sadness" at the news of Pope Francis' death. The First Minister said the late pontiff had been "a voice for peace, tolerance and reconciliation in our society." ...

John Swinney has led tributes to Pope Francis following the news of his death this morning. Millions around the world are now in mourning after the Vatican confirmed the news this morning, April 21.

John Swinney has warned Scots not to "sit back" and presume far-right politics cannot take hold in this country. Writing in his first column for the Daily Record, the First Minister spoke out ...

John Swinney has warned Scots not to "sit back" and presume far-right politics cannot take hold in this country. Writing in his first column for the Daily Record, the First Minister spoke out against ...

John Swinney has described Pope Francis as “a voice for peace, tolerance and reconciliation” as he paid tribute following the pontiff’s death aged 88. Scottish First Minister joined with politicians ...

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney has paid tribute to Pope Francis, calling his death "deeply saddening" and a moment of heartbreak for the Catholic community. Swinney praised the Pope’s ...

John Swinney has said he feels "deep sadness" at the news of Pope Francis' death. The First Minister said the late pontiff had been "a voice for peace, tolerance and reconciliation in our society." ...

JOHN Swinney has said Scots cannot “sit back” and assume the politics of the far right will not take hold in this country, as he prepares for a summit to tackle the issue this week. The First Minister ...