That’s not normal in most workplaces, and I think we need to be mindful of what that does to the nature of political debate.

The significant increase in income tax revenues shows that the decisions which this Government has taken are helping to deliver additional funding for measures to ease the cost of living like the Scottish Child payment, free prescriptions…

GERS provides notional estimates for Scotland’s deficit as part of the UK – it simply does not show what an independent Scotland’s position will be.

Things have changed and I think ultimately that is probably to the detriment of women and minorities.

I am quite hardened to it now, it is a kind of normalised part of our workplace that you wake up every morning and you will see abusive comments online, for example.

With the powers of independence we would be able to chart a different path, ensuring we grow the economy to allow Scotland to reach her full potential.

The latest GERS stats show that total and devolved revenues grew faster than spending – showing in particular that in the areas where our Government has control, we are delivering sustainable finances.

“These festivals also send out a clear message that Scotland is an open and welcoming country, reinforcing how the culture and arts sector occupy such an important place at the heart of our national identity.

“Increasing investment into Edinburgh’s Festivals forms part of the Scottish Government’s commitment to increase culture funding by £100 million annually by 2028-29, ensuring the benefits and chances to participate are enjoyed across the…

This has been a constant programme of engagement between my officials and between Edinburgh Council officials in relation to the support they wanted.

I hear the point. I think ultimately this is a matter for the council to lead on.

This fire has caused widespread difficulties in Edinburgh, not just in the city centre but extending north into Leith and Newhaven, as business and commuters adjust to the disruption caused by the fire.

The impact in the capital has been significant at a time when the August festivals are getting underway.

Edinburgh’s festivals provide a global platform for Scotland and for all the talented performers who take part.

These festivals also send out a clear message that Scotland is an open and welcoming country.

This is the latest step in our mission to ensure Scotland’s devolved tax system works for every corner of the country.

Our progressive approach to taxation helps to target investment in economic growth, deliver public services and support cost-of-living measures not available elsewhere in the UK, such as free tuition, free prescriptions and our plans for a…

A key part of making that economic growth a reality will be getting the framework right on non-domestic rates.

The Scottish Government is absolutely determined to drive economic growth, and enable businesses to invest, grow, and create jobs.

Bonds are a standard form of borrowing for governments around the world.

These are an endorsement of the strength of the Scottish economy and efforts we are making to drive that forward.

This new framework will play an important role in supporting the delivery of the Scottish Government’s bond programme, bringing together a range of market expertise.

The funding raised from these bonds will help support delivery of the capital infrastructure projects outlined in the Spending Review, while allowing the Scottish Government to diversify its borrowing.

The Scottish Government’s bond programme is underpinned by high investment grade credit ratings from two global credit rating agencies.