Scottish Liberal Democrats launch general election manifesto

The Scottish Liberal Democrats have launched their general election manifesto.

Party leader Alex Cole-Hamilton unveiled his party's plans for both reserved issues and those policy areas devolved to the Scottish Parliament

Central to the document were plans to improve the care system in Scotland, with calls for the introduction of a higher carer’s minimum wage and paid carer’s leave.

The manifesto also called for an uplift in carer support payments in Scotland, and outlined support for the agricultural sector and mental health services.