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Swinney government
Incumbent Scottish Government since 2024 / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
John Swinney formed the Swinney government on 8 May 2024, following his appointment as first minister of Scotland at the Court of Session.[1]
Quick Facts Date formed, People and organisations ...
Swinney government | |
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![]() 12th Government of Scotland | |
![]() Swinney's cabinet outside Bute House, 2024 | |
Date formed | 8 May 2024 |
People and organisations | |
Monarch | Charles III |
First Minister | John Swinney |
Deputy First Minister | Kate Forbes |
Member parties | |
Status in legislature | Minority 63 / 129 (49%) |
Opposition cabinet | Opposition Parties |
Opposition party | |
Opposition leader | Douglas Ross |
History | |
Legislature term | 6th Scottish Parliament |
Predecessor | Second Yousaf government |
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