Glasgow ‘Ready’ to Host Commonwealth Games, Says John Swinney

Burnham in 'genuine partnership' vow ahead of first face-to-face talks with Swinney

Andy Burnham will make his first visit to Scotland as Prime Minister for the Commonwealth Games opening.

Andy Burnham to attend Glasgow 2026 opening ceremony in first Scots visit as PM

The new Prime Minister is also expected to meet John Swinney and use his engagement in Scotland to talk about the cost of living crisis and devolution.

John Swinney urges Scots to compete with ‘pride and passion’ in Glasgow Games

The First Minister spoke out ahead of the Commonwealth Games getting under way on Thursday.

Glasgow ‘ready’ to host Commonwealth Games, says John Swinney

The First Minister spoke ahead of the sporting tournament getting underway in Scotland’s largest city later this week.

Commonwealth Games 'huge opportunity to showcase best of Scotland', Swinney says

THE Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games will provide Scotland with a “huge opportunity” to showcase the best the country has to offer on the world…

Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games to showcase Scotland on global stage

Scotland is poised to showcase its culture, ambition and global outlook as Glasgow prepares to host the 2026 Commonwealth Games, with First Minister John Swinney describing the event as a “huge opportunity” for the nation. Speaking at Team Scotland House in Glasgow, where heads of delegations from 73 Commonwealth nations gathered ahead of the opening ceremony on Thursday 23 July, the First Minister highlighted the significance of the Games both …