First Minister

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Aberdeen to see how local volunteers are breathing new life into Union Street. With @scotgov funding, community-led organisation Our Union Street is helping to bring people and pride back to the heart of the city.

Our Regeneration Capital Grant Fund is supporting redevelopment in Glasgow, helping sustain jobs and grow the economy. First Minister @JohnSwinney visited The Briggait which has been transformed from a former fish market into a thriving cultural hub.

First Minister @JohnSwinney joined a celebration marking one year to go to the @Glasgow_2026 Commonwealth Games. At the event, he met the children and young people who have helped design the official mascot, Finnie. Watch for more.

Finnie will be the mascot for the @Glasgow_2026 Commonwealth Games. Designed by local school pupils, she reflects the city's history and creativity. First Minister @JohnSwinney met some of the pupils at a celebration marking one year until the start of the Games.

On the final day of @tallshipsabdn First Minister @JohnSwinney met Youth Sail trainees, volunteers and organisers to watch the Parade of Sail. ⚓ @ScotGov is committed to supporting major events that raise Scotland's profile on the world stage and help grow our economy.

By working to address the climate and biodiversity crises, we are: 🔵 improving the lives of current and future generations 🔵 building a stronger economy

We're supporting regeneration projects to help create jobs, improve communities and tackle poverty. First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Innovation Shawfield and the Briggait in Glasgow, two projects which have benefited from our investment. Watch for more.

“We need to have a strong, a dynamic and a growing economy to make sure we can invest in our public services and invest in the measures to eradicate poverty." Watch as First Minister @JohnSwinney outlines what we are doing to attract investment and strengthen Scotland’s economy.

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Scotland’s first renewable district heating system, which will provide sustainable, affordable energy in Glasgow’s east end. This regeneration project is delivered by @clydegateway and supported by @ScotGov funding. gov.scot/news/regenerat…

We want to provide more care for people in the comfort of their own homes and improve the flow of patients in hospitals. At a visit to Falkirk Community Hospital, First Minister @JohnSwinney announced an £85 million investment in front line NHS frailty services. Watch for more.

"It is our collective duty to honour those who were lost, and to confront the hatred that led to their deaths." First Minister @JohnSwinney marks 30 years since the Srebrenica Genocide, which saw the mass murder of more than 8,000 Bosniak Muslim men and boys.

We want to ensure Scotland’s public services deliver for people when they need them. Watch as First Minister @JohnSwinney sets out what we are doing to deliver a stronger NHS, with more procedures and improved access to GPs.

£85 million will support the NHS to treat more patients at home and improve the flow of patients in hospitals. Treating patients at home means people can stay in familiar surroundings with family, friends and pets while still receiving high quality care. gov.scot/news/expanding…

First Minister @JohnSwinney met @DundeeUni interim Principal Prof. Nigel Seaton and Acting Chair Ian Mair to discuss the plan for its recovery. The First Minister reaffirmed his support for the university and discussed @scotgov's funding of up to £62m to help secure its future.

First Minister John Swinney has marked the 20-year anniversary of the London 7/7 bombings and paid tribute to the victims, the survivors and the bereaved.

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited the Museum of Childhood. At the visit, he announced £4 million for the Museum Futures Programme. In partnership with Museums Galleries Scotland and The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the programme will help museums innovate and adapt.

First Minister @JohnSwinney has paid tribute to the eight Scottish recipients of The Elizabeth Emblem. ➡️ow.ly/ki0S50WkTiX

First Minister @JohnSwinney was today received in audience by His Majesty King Charles III at the Palace of Holyroodhouse.

First Minister @JohnSwinney visited the Museum of Childhood in Edinburgh, one of many bringing Scotland's stories to life. He announced £4 million for a programme with @MuseumsGalScot and @HeritageFundUK that will help museums innovate and adapt. ➡️ bit.ly/44pk3hy

First Minister @JohnSwinney met with @UNRWA's Senior Manager of Outreach for Europe @MarcLassouaoui yesterday. Scotland stands with more than 70 other countries in supporting established humanitarian agencies to deliver aid to those who need it most in Gaza.