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In Scottish Parliament, First Minister John Swinney celebrated this week’s signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding between Scottish Government and MFA of Ukraine 🇺🇦 to strengthen trade, enhance business growth and support Ukraine’s reconstruction efforts. ▶️ ow.ly/3Jnx50W11pN

First Minister John Swinney welcomed Hiroshi Suzuki HE Hiroshi Suzuki to Bute House this evening. They were joined by members of Japanese companies that operate in Scotland. Both pledged to work together to strengthen the economic and cultural ties between Scotland and Japan.

At the COSLA leaders’ meeting, First Minister John Swinney addressed council leaders about the shared priorities of @ScotGov and local government. He said that working together to deliver public service reform at pace needs to be our joint focus.

First Minister John Swinney and Hiroshi Suzuki HE Hiroshi Suzuki visited The Official Page of Auchentoshan Whisky distillery in Clydebank to highlight the positive relationship between Scotland and Japan. Japan is a key destination for our whisky sector; with exports worth over £182 million in 2024.

📺First Minister John Swinney has re-affirmed Scottish Government's commitment to growing our screen sector. He highlighted DEPT. Q, which is currently in the top three of @Netflix's Global Top 10 shows, after filming in Edinburgh and at FirstStage Studios enabled by Screen Scotland funding.

During #VolunteersWeek, First Minister John Swinney joined Dunblane BB on their 125th anniversary, for their Annual Display and Prize Giving. He congratulated the young members on their achievements and thanked the volunteers for all they do for the Company and wider community.

9th - 15th June is #CarersWeek! Thank you to the First Minister of Scotland for this message of support to unpaid carers. First Minister

We want to make sure that families can access the help they need, where and when they need it. First Minister John Swinney visited Oakwood Medical Practice in Easterhouse which is taking part in a project funded by @ScotGov that helps families in poverty access support services.

Today, First Minister John Swinney set out @Scotgov's vision for the future of Scottish housing at the SFHA Annual Conference 2025 in Glasgow. @Scotgov have invested £768 million to build 110,000 affordable homes across Scotland by 2032, with at least 70% for social rent.

We are working to ensure that families can access the help they need, where and when they need it. Oakwood Medical Practice in Easterhouse is taking part in a Scottish Government funded project working to improve family wellbeing. Watch for more.

First Minister John Swinney has announced changes to his Ministerial team. Find out more ➡️ gov.scot/news/housing-p…

Scotland’s best future lies as an independent country in the EU. In the meantime, we will continue strengthening ties with European nations and regions. First Minister John Swinney hosted a roundtable with EU Ambassadors at Bute House, to discuss the recent UK-EU deal.

First Minister John Swinney met Minister-President of Flanders Matthias Diependaele at an event to celebrate 25 years of Flemish trade & investment in Scotland. The Government of Flanders and Scottish Government are working together across many sectors including space, energy, tourism & culture.

First Minister John Swinney has expressed his condolences to all of those affected by the Air India Flight 171 plane crash. Any British Nationals who require consular assistance or have concerns about friends or family should call Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office helpline on 020 7008 5000.

Early intervention and prevention will steer young people away from violence. First Minister John Swinney and Justice Secretary Angela Constance met youth workers and community partners to talk about the most effective ways of ensuring Scotland remains a safe place to live.

First Minister John Swinney has commented on the unfolding situation in the Middle East.

First Minister John Swinney attended the 43rd British-Irish Council Summit meeting hosted by the NI Executive. He joined leaders from the other member administrations to discuss recent political developments, and the role of AI in reform and transformation. ➡️ bit.ly/3ZqgTZq

First Minister John Swinney met Micheál Martin and Simon Harris TD today and discussed the ongoing crisis in Gaza. They spoke of the need to recognise the State of Palestine as part of a two state solution; and urgent humanitarian support to end the suffering of people in Gaza.

First Minister John Swinney congratulated the recipients of The King’s Birthday Honours, including medals awarded to members of Police Scotland Scottish Fire and Rescue Service Scottish Ambulance.

First Minister John Swinney delivered a speech at University of Glasgow’s Imaging Centre of Excellence, to set out our plans to secure the national renewal of our public services. Read the First Minister's speech here: ➡️gov.scot/publications/n…