11 h. ago First Minister to have crunch talks on axe for therapy service for traumatised kids

John Swinney agrees to meeting over future of famed Notre Dame Centre, which has 100 kids in therapy

Politics

47 h. ago Popularity ratings of Scottish party leaders revealed, including SNP's John Swinney

The results of the YouGov poll don’t make for particularly great reading for any of Scotland’s political party leaders

Politics

49 h. ago NHS Greater Glasgow blasted over 'rotten and fatal' culture with staff concerns 'ignored'

John Swinney faced questions after a review that found a "serious breakdown" in relationships among staff and management at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Events

50 h. ago 'An unbearably sad day': MSPs weep at Scottish Parliament after Christina McKelvie's death

A clearly emotional John Swinney has paid tribute to Scottish Government minister Christina McKelvie at Holyrood after her death was announced

Politics

51 h. ago Scottish health board review findings 'completely unacceptable', says John Swinney

A probe found a ‘serious breakdown’ in relationships among staff and management at NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde

Politics

53 h. ago Christina McKelvie: Scottish Government minister dies after cancer battle as tributes pour in

Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney says the SNP has ‘lost one of its finest’ following Christina McKelvie’s death

Politics

3 d. ago Rachel Reeves has given John Swinney another boost in his bid to win the Holyrood election

Daily Record Political Editor Paul Hutcheon says the Chancellor's self-imposed fiscal rules are harming Scottish Labour's chances of winning next year.

Politics

4 d. ago Labour government must look urgently at energy prices and do the decent thing

Record View says John Swinney's administration has at least offered a solution.

Politics

4 d. ago John Swinney warns Chancellor's spending cuts poised to be 'very damaging' for Scotland's NHS

The First Minister has issued a warning about cuts at Westminster impacting on health and public services funding in Scotland.

Events

5 d. ago John Swinney declares SNP 'back in business' after Nicola Sturgeon cleared by cops

The First Minister is reported to have given SNP members an “assurance” that “our resources will always be used wisely”.

Politics

6 d. ago John Swinney vows SNP donor money is safe with him at private meeting

The First Minister addressed members in Perth after former CEO Peter Murrell appeared in court charged with embezzlement.

Economics

7 d. ago John Swinney: I look forward to Nicola Sturgeon campaigning for SNP ahead of 2026 election

The First Minister said he ‘very much’ welcomed Ms Sturgeon’s participation in campaigning

Politics

8 d. ago John Swinney blamed over Ferguson Marine’s ‘uncertain future’ as ferries contract lost to Polish firm

John Swinney has been targeted over Ferguson Marine losing out on a critical ferries contract

Politics

9 d. ago Nicola Sturgeon's 'vindication' after being cleared in probe as John Swinney says SNP in 'clearer position'

Peter Murrell has appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court charged with embezzlement

Politics

9 d. ago Sophie joins celebrations in Scotland after Tour de France 2027 announcement

The Duchess of Edinburgh, Scotland’s First Minister John Swinney and UK Culture Secretary Lisa Nandy were all in Edinburgh.

Politics

9 d. ago John Swinney 'not surprised' Neil Findlay chose to quit Scottish Labour over benefits cut

The First Minister spoke out today after the Record revealed how a former MSP had resigned his Labour membership after 35 years.

Politics

9 d. ago Grangemouth workers need action now to secure jobs not 'fig leaf' Project Willow report

John Swinney said he was "confident" public and private money could create new jobs and opportunities at Grangemouth.

Politics

1 week ago John Swinney refuses to comment on Colin Beattie selection row with MSP still under police investigation

Beattie, a former SNP treasurer, aims to stand again for the party at next year's Holyrood election.

Events

1 week ago SNP's top civil servant insists Government's 'inclusive' single

John Swinney’s most senior civil servant has hit back as suggestions the usage of single-sex spaces within the Scottish Government does not meet legal requirements.

Politics

1 week ago John Swinney ‘not credible’ on Scotland’s national security, claims Anas Sarwar

The First Minister and his party have repeatedly called for the UK's nuclear deterrent to be removed from Scotland.

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