John Swinney2 days agoExtra FMQs session confirmed in Holyrood shake‑upTwo first ministers question times will be held each week, one for party leaders and one for backbenchers.2 days ago2 days agoNot a continuity cabinet: Swinney signals change with familiar facesSeven of its nine members were already there but everyone except the first minister has a new job.2 days ago2 days agoJohn Swinney announces new Scottish cabinetStephen Flynn has joined the senior ministerial team, while Jenny Gilruth has been appointed deputy FM.2 days ago3 days agoFirst Minister arrives at Bute House for cabinet reshuffleFirst Minister arrives at Bute House for cabinet reshuffle3 days ago4 days agoJohn Swinney re-appointed as First Minister of ScotlandHis appointment will be rubber-stamped by the King before a signing-in ceremony at the Court of Session on Wednesday.4 days ago4 days agoJohn Swinney wins vote to be re-appointed first ministerThe SNP leader is to be formally sworn in on Wednesday before he chooses a new cabinet.4 days ago4 days agoSwinney defends food prices policy ahead of first minister voteThe SNP leader says the proposed price cap on basic foodstuffs is not intended to force a fight with the UK government.4 days ago14 May 2026Party leaders sworn in for new term at Scottish ParliamentParty leaders sworn in for new term at Scottish Parliament14 May 202614 May 2026Scottish party leaders sworn in at HolyroodSNP leader John Swinney was the first to be sworn in following the Scottish Parliamentary election.14 May 2026...