John Swinney set to become next Scottish First Minister

John Swinney looks set to become the next SNP leader when nominations close.

Reports of a contest began early on Sunday when activist Graeme McCormick said he had the secured 100 nominations from 20 branches needed to run against Mr Swinney.

Mr Swinney had warned earlier that a contest could damage the party’s chances of recovering from a “difficult” period. Assuming there are no last-minute challengers, the leadership bid will not have to be put to SNP members, with Mr Swinney clear to take over. The Scottish Government Cabinet will meet on Tuesday, with MSPs later given the opportunity to elect a new first minister at some point in the Holyrood schedule.

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