John Swinney on Family, Football and His Future as Leader of the SNP

John Swinney plans to serve as First Minister until at least 2031 if SNP wins next election

The veteran Nationalist took on the top job in April 2024 following the sudden resignation of Humza Yousaf.

John Swinney sets out goal to be ‘long-term political leader’ for Scotland

John Swinney has set out his intention to be a “long-term political leader”, with the First Minister making clear he would serve a full term if re-elected next May and that he expected to stand again in 2031 ...

John Swinney on family, football and his future as leader of the SNP

Matthew, John Swinney’s teenage son, was “livid” at missing Scotland’s incredible 4-2 defeat of Denmark last month.