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Scottish Government updates about the Constitution, Europe and External Affairs.

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We are now in the pre-election period. Our social media activity is restricted until after the Scottish Parliament election on Thursday 7 May 2026. Read more: gov.scot/publications/scotti…
Notification of restricted social media activity during the pre-election period before the Scottish Parliament election on 7 May 2026.

ALT Notification of restricted social media activity during the pre-election period before the Scottish Parliament election on 7 May 2026.

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Constitution Secretary @AngusRobertson has responded to the UK Government announcement that the UK and EU have agreed for the UK to associate to the Erasmus+ programme from 2027
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@ScotGovFM5 Dec 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney attended the 44th British-Irish Council Summit hosted by the @WelshGovernment. He joined leaders from the other member administrations to discuss recent political developments, and the potential of the creative industries. ➡️ britishirishcouncil.org/brit…
First Minister of Scotland John Swinney and First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan at the 44th British-Irish Council Summit in Wales. Photograph by Matthew Horwood.

ALT First Minister of Scotland John Swinney and First Minister of Wales Eluned Morgan at the 44th British-Irish Council Summit in Wales. Photograph by Matthew Horwood.

First Minister John Swinney attends the 44th British-Irish Council Summit in Wales. Photograph by Matthew Horwood.

ALT First Minister John Swinney attends the 44th British-Irish Council Summit in Wales. Photograph by Matthew Horwood.

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There will be changes to the constituencies and regions of the Scottish Parliament which will apply from the next election in May. This follows a statutory review by Boundaries Scotland. You can read more about these changes here: boundaries.scot/sites/defaul…
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@scotgov9 Oct 2025
"If we want to be able to take the right actions that will improve standards of living in Scotland, we need the fresh start of independence." First Minister @JohnSwinney explains how independence would help us deliver on our key priorities. Read more: gov.scot/publications/fresh-…
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@ScotGovFM8 Oct 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney launched 'A Fresh Start with Independence', explaining what an independent Scotland could look like. It states Scotland has enormous potential, but this can only be fully harnessed with independence. Read it here: gov.scot/publications/fresh-…
First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

ALT First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

ALT First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

ALT First Minister John Swinney launches 'A Fresh Start with Independence' at the National Galleries of Scotland: Portrait in Edinburgh.

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@scotgov8 Oct 2025
Today, First Minister @JohnSwinney published 'A Fresh Start with Independence’. The paper outlines how an independent Scotland could improve living standards, rejoin the EU, strengthen our NHS and deliver a fairer society. Read here: gov.scot/publications/fresh-…
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@ScotGovFM24 Sep 2025
Joined up support for families, where and when they need it. Addressing more than 500 delegates, First Minister @JohnSwinney set out how whole family support will help achieve our 'national mission' of eradicating child poverty. Here's how: gov.scot/news/eradicating-ch…
First Minister John Swinney speaks to more than 500 delegates from the public and third sectors about whole family support.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaks to more than 500 delegates from the public and third sectors about whole family support.

First Minister John Swinney speaks to Professor Linda Bauld about whole family support.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaks to Professor Linda Bauld about whole family support.

First Minister John Swinney speaks to more than 500 delegates from the public and third sectors about whole family support.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaks to more than 500 delegates from the public and third sectors about whole family support.

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@scotgov8 Sep 2025
The people of Scotland have the right to decide their future. Find out more at gov.scot/publications/right-…
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@scotgov4 Sep 2025
People in Scotland have the right to decide their future. First Minister @JohnSwinney outlines why, and why it matters. More at gov.scot/publications/right-…
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Parliamentary Business Minister @jamiehepburn met with the Scottish Information Commissioner @FOIScotland this week. They discussed the importance of Freedom of Information as a key pillar of our democracy.
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@ScotGovFM27 Jul 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney welcomed President of @EU_Commission Ursula @vonderleyen to Scotland yesterday. The First Minister discussed the UK’s relationship with the EU, the situation in Gaza and Ukraine, and Scotland’s partnership with Europe on key issues. 📸 @EC_AVService
First Minister John Swinney welcomes the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to Scotland at a meeting in Glasgow.

ALT First Minister John Swinney welcomes the President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen to Scotland at a meeting in Glasgow.

First Minister John Swinney and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen meeting in Glasgow.

ALT First Minister John Swinney and President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen meeting in Glasgow.

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@ScotGovFM17 Jun 2025
First Minister @xJohnSwinney has addressed the @scot_2050 conference. He set out his belief that Scotland must take 'charge of our own destiny’ as he launched new analysis on the trends that could shape the future of Scotland. Read his speech➡️ ow.ly/SvIx50WaWsY
First Minister John Swinney at a lectern, addressing the Scotland 2050 conference audience.

ALT First Minister John Swinney at a lectern, addressing the Scotland 2050 conference audience.

First Minister John Swinney stands at a lectern. He is joined on stage by Bernard Ponsonby who is sat down on a row of chairs facing the audience.

ALT First Minister John Swinney stands at a lectern. He is joined on stage by Bernard Ponsonby who is sat down on a row of chairs facing the audience.

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@scotgov11 Jun 2025
“Today’s settlement for Scotland is particularly disappointing, with real terms growth of 0.8% a year for our overall Block Grant, which is lower than the average for UK Departments." Finance Secretary @ShonaRobison on the UK Government Spending Review. gov.scot/news/spending-revie…
Scottish Government response to UK Government Spending Review

ALT Scottish Government response to UK Government Spending Review

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@scotgov11 Jun 2025
First Minister @JohnSwinney has announced changes to his Ministerial team. Find out more ➡️ gov.scot/news/housing-placed…
L-R - Maree Todd, Màiri McAllan, John Swinney, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur, standing on the steps of Bute House.

ALT L-R - Maree Todd, Màiri McAllan, John Swinney, Gillian Martin, Tom Arthur, standing on the steps of Bute House.

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Parliamentary Business Minister @JamieHepburn addressed a Citizen Participation and Public Petitions (CPPP) Committee debate in @ScotParl today. He said it is vital the public are involved in the decisions that affect them.
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Innovation, ambition, and real-world impact can be achieved through partnership, Parliamentary Business Minister @jamiehepburn has said. Open Government is vital in ensuring people can see, understand, and be involved in the decisions that affect them. blogs.gov.scot/open-governme…
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A public consultation has been launched on the approval process for electoral boundaries in Scotland. This is part of an independent review considering the best way to approve changes to constituency boundaries. gov.scot/publications/consul…
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“Scotland’s place is in the EU and that we are committed to rejoin the EU as an independent member state.” External Affairs Secretary @AngusRobertson spoke again of Scotland’s desire to be part of the European Union during a @ScotParl debate on Europe.
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Minister for Parliamentary Business @jamiehepburn met Speaker of the Queensland Parliament Pat Weir at @ScotParl where they discussed procedures in their respective parliaments and the strong ties between Scotland and Australia.
Minister for Parliamentary Business Jamie Hepburn meeting Speaker Pat Weir in the Scottish Parliament building in Edinburgh.

ALT Minister for Parliamentary Business Jamie Hepburn meeting Speaker Pat Weir in the Scottish Parliament building in Edinburgh.

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