Swinney hits out at Tory ‘strategy to undermine Scottish Parliament’

The transcript covers several topics, including the growth of a successful company in Scotland, the management of EU funding and expected underspend, sponsorship challenges faced by the Edinburgh International Book Festival, the Scottish Government's role in supporting cultural events, and the impact of Conservative policies on the powers of the Scottish Parliament.

What is the main contribution of the successful company mentioned in the first section to the Scottish economy?

• It is essential to the food and drink sector.

• It is a top financial services provider.

• It is a leading technology firm.

• It is a major player in the tourism industry.

Why is there expected to be an underspend in the EU funding program?

• To avoid the risk of overspending.

• Due to a lack of projects to fund.

• Because the program is already complete.

• Because the funds were redirected to other sectors.

What challenge is the Edinburgh International Book Festival facing?

• A decline in public interest.

• Competition from other festivals.

• A lack of authors willing to participate.

• Pressure from activists leading to sponsor withdrawal.

How does the Scottish Government plan to support cultural events like the Edinburgh International Book Festival?

• By increasing taxes to raise funds.

• By reducing support for other sectors.

• By collaborating with various organizations for funding.

• By fully funding all cultural events.

What is the Scottish Government's stance on the Conservative Party's amendments to the Equalities Act?

• They support the amendments.

• They believe it strengthens the Scottish Parliament.

• They see it as an attempt to undermine the Scottish Parliament.

• They are indifferent to the changes.