Colin Beattie MSP: TACKLING CHILD POVERTY IN MIDLOTHIAN NORTH AND MUSSELBURGH IS THE TOP PRIORITY OF THIS SNP GOVERNMENT

Colin Beattie SNP MSP has welcomed the appointment of John Swinney as First Minister of Scotland, along with a new Scottish Cabinet, saying that this SNP government will prioritise eradicating child poverty and driving economic growth in Midlothian North and Musselburgh.

In his first speech as First Minister, John Swinney made clear that the central policy objective of his government would be eliminating child poverty. He also outlined the importance of funding public services, supporting Scottish businesses and taking action on climate.
The First Minister also highlighted his commitment to Scottish Independence, while emphasising that constitutional divides should not inhibit cross-party work on issues such as tackling the cost of living crisis.

Commenting, the SNP MSP for Midlothian North and Musselburgh said:
“Under new leadership and a refreshed cabinet team, the SNP government is ensuring that the priorities of the Scottish people are also the priorities of the Scottish Government.

“Child poverty and economic growth are top concerns for the people of Midlothian North and Musselburgh, and it is right that Scotland’s government is focused on addressing these issues.
“The SNP remain focused on building a brighter future for Scotland, and delivering for the Scottish people – and that is exactly what we will do.”

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