- John Swinney has appointed Jenny Gilruth as Scotland’s Deputy First Minister, replacing Kate Forbes.
- Ms Gilruth, a former education secretary, described the appointment as "the greatest honour of my life" and outlined priorities including the cost-of-living crisis and NHS access.
- Mr Swinney was sworn in as First Minister for the second time, pledging to be a "First Minister for all of Scotland".
- His key priorities include tackling the cost of living, improving the NHS, and allowing Scots to decide on their constitutional future.
- Mr Swinney is currently forming his cabinet, needing to fill positions left vacant by retiring ministers and those who lost their seats, with appointments facing a confirmatory vote on Thursday.
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