Scottish First Minister Calls for Fresh Start
Scottish First Minister John Swinney rallies the SNP faithful ahead of next year's Holyrood elections, blaming the cost-of-living crisis on successive "Thatcherite" administrations.
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Mr Swinney's speech dominated by the SNP's core policy, puts the blame for the cost-of-living crisis not only on the Labour government, but also on previous administrations.
Author's summary: John Swinney seeks a fresh start.