But while we will continue delivering on the people’s priorities, the contrast with the Westminster system could not be clearer.
On the recordJune 19, 2026
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scotEditor's note · Context
Reflecting on the by-election results and Westminster's issues.
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