Summary

  • First Minister John Swinney is quizzed by opposition leaders at Holyrood.

  • Scottish Tory leader Russell Findlay questions him on Trump's trade tariffs and the impact on Scottish whisky and other industries. He says Swinney should lower the tax burden on businesses at risk.

  • Jackie Baillie, Scottish Labour deputy leader, say the SNP have "broken the NHS". She challenges the first minister on patient waiting times and the state of healthcare in Scotland.

  • Patrick Harvie, at FMQs after announcing he will step down as co-leader of the Scottish Greens, tells Swinney his government is being 'complacent' over rent rises in Scotland.

Live Reporting

  1. Background: Trump's tariffs to hit Scotland

    Donald Trump stands on stage holding a folder/document entitled Foreign Trade Barriers. He is wearing a dark blue suit with a red tie.Reuters

    So far the story dominating headlines in Scotland is US President Donald Trump's new 10% tariffs on all imports into America.

    He said these levies would encourage Americans to buy more goods made in the USA rather than overseas, raising "trillions of dollars".

    The move has raised concerns for popular Scottish imports like salmon and whisky.

    Scotland's Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes said she was "concerned" the new levies would have a "negative impact" on the Scottish economy.

    She said the Scottish government did not believe Trump's "unilateral measures" were the answer to economic questions.

  2. Welcome

    John Swinney walks down a corridor in the Scottish parliament. He is smiling and wears dark glasses and a black suit, white shirt and navy blue tie.PA Media

    Good morning and welcome to our live coverage of First Minister's Questions.

    We'll bring you reports and analysis throughout and you can watch here with us by clicking on the play icon at the top of the page.