Swinney
Coverage of Swinney in the Nexus archive.
- Days after he pledges MORE devolution, PM-in-waiting delivers a devastating blow to Swinney's mission to break up Britain
Days after pledging more devolution, the PM-in-waiting has dealt a major blow to Swinney's mission to break up Britain. The action contradicts earlier commitments to increasing devolution.
- DOUGLAS LUMSDEN: We were RIGHT to make this election about oil and gas. Starmer and Swinney can no longer ignore that voters want to get Britain drilling again
Douglas Lumsden argues that focusing the election on oil and gas was correct, asserting that Starmer and Swinney must address voters' desire to resume drilling in Britain. The piece emphasizes voter demand for renewed energy exploration.
- STEPHEN DAISLEY: Swinney's problem is not on the opposition benches, it's the enemy within. The money is spent... and so is he
The article argues that Swinney's main issue is internal opposition ('the enemy within'), with a focus on excessive spending. It suggests both financial resources and Swinney himself are being depleted.
- SNP's Swinney vows to push through government-mandated food price cap in Scotland as he prepares to be re-installed as First Minister
SNP's Swinney vows to implement a government-mandated food price cap in Scotland as he prepares to be re-installed as First Minister. The move aims to address rising food prices. Swinney's re-installation is expected to bring significant changes.
- Swinney just won't take no for an answer as he launches ANOTHER bid to break up UK - a day after shedding 400,000 votes in Scottish election
Swinney launches another bid to break up the UK after losing 400,000 votes in the Scottish election. This move comes a day after the election, indicating Swinney's determination. The outcome may significantly impact the UK's political landscape.
- Swinney softens stance on North Sea drilling as oil prices soar
The first minister, Swinney, has softened his stance on North Sea drilling due to soaring oil prices, emphasizing energy security as a primary concern in energy decisions. The shift reflects a prioritization of energy security over other factors in the context of rising oil prices.