Congratulations to John Swinney on becoming Leader of The SNP and FM-elect.

John's central message has been one of unity. As a party, we must heed his call, whatever has happened in the past should remain there.

Let's get behind John & his team so they can deliver for Scotland.

I congratulate Sadiq Khan on his historic re-election. His victory is all the more significant given it was in the face of a climate denying, xenophobic opposition campaign. A victory for progressive values.

Well, there are some silver linings like having time to spend with the birthday girl.

Can't believe my baby is 5!

🧵1/3: Labour's row back on the new deal for working people. 💬⬇️

Choosing #MayDay to water down your promise to overhaul one of the worst sets of employment rights in Europe is beyond irony. #Labour
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You would think that Labour London HQ could get the memo to the Scottish Branch Manager before he makes a video...

What further assurances does the UK Government need?

Fund UNRWA like the EU, Norway, Canada, Australia & others.

The UK should stop sending arms & start send aid to those who are suffering the most horrific humanitarian catastrophe that is, quite literally, starving children.

Well done Cllr Simita Kumar - proud of you for making history as the first female from an ethnic minority background to lead a Council group. My thanks to Cllr Adam Nols-McVey for his stewardship of our Edinburgh SNP Council group for so many years.

This is heartbreaking. My thoughts and my prayers are with the young boy's family, friends and community who are suffering the worst loss imaginable.

Today of all days, remembering and being grateful for all the blessings I have in life.

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I feel so blessed for having the opportunity so few are afforded — the chance to lead my country, and who could ask for a better country to lead than Scotland.

Thank you for all of the kind messages of love & support. I will always strive to serve Scotland in whatever way I can.

🚨 NEW: Humza Yousaf has rejected Alba’s electoral pact
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NEW: Humza Yousaf rejected demands to sign up to an electoral pact with Alex Salmond's Alba party in order to survive as First Minister.

It was described as a 'fantasy', with 'no possibility' of the FM agreeing such a deal with Mr Salmond

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Thanks to all The SNP members out today, taking our positive vision for Scotland to the doorsteps.

Brilliant turnout in Cupar for our North East Fife candidate Stefan Hoggan for North East Fife.

The people of Scotland need independence now more than ever before. Together we will make it happen!

Every family in Scotland deserves somewhere to call home.

That’s why I’ve announced an extra £80 million to bring empty properties back into use as affordable homes.

Reducing the number of households, including children, in temporary accommodation is a priority for The SNP.

The challenges of yesterday are not necessarily the challenges of tomorrow.

The SNP needs the freedom and flexibility to ensure that we can move Scotland forward.

We need to speak to the country with one voice. Our voice.

Today marks a new beginning for the SNP Government.

Across all income tax bands, more people from the rest of the UK are moving to Scotland than leaving.

Nearly 4,200 more a year on average since 2017/18, bringing £200 million extra taxable income to Scotland in 2021/22.

That's more money to invest in Scotland's public services.

Welcome German government decision to support Palestinian refugees through UN relief agency UNRWA. The UK must follow the lead of Germany and others in the international community. #Gaza

Packed Portobello Town Hall campaign event this evening with Tommy Sheppard MP and Val McDermid.

Powerful speech from Tommy on how Westminster’s values are not Scotland’s values.

The SNP MPs like Tommy will always stand up for Scotland and a better, fairer future with independence.