John Swinney announces new Scottish cabinet
John Swinney has announced a new, streamlined cabinet following his reappointment as Scotland's first minister. The cabinet now consists of nine members, down from twelve, as part of efforts to enhance efficiency. Key appointments include Jenny Gilruth as deputy first minister and Stephen Flynn as the new Economy and Transport Secretary.
- ▪John Swinney unveiled a slimmed-down cabinet after being re-appointed as first minister.
- ▪Jenny Gilruth has been named deputy first minister and finance secretary.
- ▪The new cabinet aims to focus on priorities such as the cost of living and public sector reform.
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John Swinney announces new Scottish cabinet7 minutes agoShareSaveAdd as preferred on GoogleAngus CochraneSenior political journalist, BBC ScotlandFirst minister announces Scotland's new cabinetJohn Swinney has unveiled a slimmed-down Scottish cabinet after being re-appointed as Scotland's first minister. Former education secretary Jenny Gilruth has been named deputy first minister and finance secretary.Mairi McAllan, Angela Constance, Neil Gray, Shirley-Anne Somerville and Gillian Martin also retained cabinet positions. Former SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn and ex-public finance minister Ivan McKee were the only new additions to the senior team.
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