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John Swinney elected First Minister of Scotland with 64 votes

John Swinney has been elected First Minister of Scotland following a parliamentary vote, securing 64 votes in favour and seven abstentions from the Scottish Greens.

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PoliticsJohn Swinney elected First Minister of Scotland with 64 votes

John Swinney has been elected First Minister of Scotland following a parliamentary vote, securing 64 votes in favour and seven abstentions from the Scottish Greens.

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