John Swinney set to become Scotland’s First Minister

John Swinney’s been confirmed as the new leader of the Scottish National Party.

He was the only person in the race to succeed Humza Yousaf when the nominations closed at midday.

He’ll now be elected First Minister by the Scottish Parliament tomorrow.

John Boothman – Scottish political correspondent for the Sunday Times – says the party hopes he’ll bring stability………..

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