John Swinney has put indyref2 at the heart of the party’s manifesto but with poverty stubbornly high, Scots have more pressing concerns

The First Minister will be taking questions following the launch of the SNP's general election manifesto and renewed commitments to independence.

Scottish first minister says election is chance to reinforce the case for split and warns over Labour cuts

The Labour leader categorically ruled out negotiations with the SNP on leaving the UK.

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The SNP launched its manifesto today amid polling that shows the once dominant Scottish party facing steep losses. Archie Bland reports

The Prime Minister joined Douglas Ross in Edinburgh with a pledge to reverse 'years of SNP incompetence'.

SNP leader John Swinney says a UK-wide approach will not address Scotland's skills shortages.

Rishi Sunak and Douglas Ross launched the policy document with the promise of a 'laser-like focus on the real priorities of the Scottish public'.

The First Minister said the comments from Downing Street were a 'national disgrace'.