John Swinney has hailed Pope Francis as a man “always on the side of the poor” who made important contributions on international conflicts, as leaders pay tribute to the late pontiff.

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.

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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 ...

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 paid tribute to the late Pope (Andrew Milligan/PA) John Swinney has hailed Pope Francis as a man “always on the side of the poor” who made important contributions on international ...

First Minister John Swinney expressed his "deep sadness" at the Vatican's announcement. Swinney praised the Pope for his "principled" leadership and expressed his "deepest sympathies" to the ...