Swinney sworn in as Scotland’s First Minister in ‘overwhelming’ ceremony

The First Minister of Scotland outlines his priority to eradicate child poverty, emphasizing the need for collaborative governance in a minority government. He discusses the SNP's efforts against austerity and the potential benefits of Scottish independence. The First Minister also highlights his leadership approach and plans for cabinet composition, stressing the importance of working with other parties on policy priorities, including the Green Party's proposals.

What is the primary mission of the Scottish Government as mentioned in the video?

• To enhance education

• To increase economic growth

• To eradicate child poverty

• To improve healthcare

Why does the First Minister believe child poverty is lower in Scotland compared to the rest of the UK?

• Due to better education systems

• Due to higher employment rates

• Because of SNP's interventions against austerity

• Because of better healthcare facilities

What is the First Minister's proposed solution to address child poverty effectively?

• Enhancing education

• Improving healthcare

• Becoming an independent country

• Increasing taxes

What is the First Minister's approach to forming the new cabinet?

• To include only experienced members

• To bring together diverse talents and work collaboratively

• To focus on young leaders

• To exclude opposition party members

What is the stance of the Green Party regarding railfares in Scotland?

• To increase railfares

• To scrap peak railfares permanently

• To reduce railfares temporarily

• To keep railfares unchanged