Swinney targets 'whole family support' to end child poverty
First Minister John Swinney has highlighted "whole family support" as he outlined an ambition to end child poverty.
Mr Swinney - announcing his first programme for government since becoming first minister in May - reiterated child poverty was the government’s top priority.
He also said his administration would aim to build prosperity, improve public services and protect the planet.
He said the proposals would be "affordable, impactful and deliverable”.
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