John Swinney: “No, it's not. It's the complete opposite, bluntly.”

We promised to extend it first to Glasgow and to the west of Scotland – we will keep that promise.

It's the complete opposite, bluntly.

The cost of living remains one of the biggest challenges facing households across Scotland, which is why making public transport more affordable through the £2 bus fare cap is such an important priority for the Scottish Government.

Cost-of-living support is an essential part of the Government’s programme. I want to make sure that we provide assistance to people who are currently struggling financially within our society.