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Angela Constance: “With respect, no, she is not correct. I have been a minister for a number of years. I’ve had the great privilege of…”

On the recordAugust 5, 2026
With respect, no, she is not correct. I have been a minister for a number of years. I’ve had the great privilege of serving all SNP first ministers and what I will say about John Swinney is that we have the best First Minister yet.
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Angela Constance
Scottish National Party

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Response to Nicola Sturgeon's criticism of SNP campaign.

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