Read John Swinney's speech encouraging opposition parties to support a budget that delivers progress, renewal, and hope.

We've got what it takes - to create jobs, to create growth, and to create a more prosperous Scotland. What we need is the powers of independence, to realise Scotland's full potential.

Read John Swinney's speech encouraging opposition parties to support a budget that delivers progress, renewal, and hope.

We've got what it takes - to create jobs, to create growth, and to create a more prosperous Scotland. What we need is the powers of independence, to realise Scotland's full potential.

From free tuition to public service reform to the game-changing Scottish Child Payment, the SNP has changed Scotland for the better. Let’s carry on with the progress we’ve made together.