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Nature underpins our health, wellbeing, economy and way of life – that’s why protecting it is so important. Today we have announced more than £1 million to support nature and wildfire recovery work across Scotland. Find out more: gov.scot/news/nature-and-wil…
Protecting and restoring nature with more than £1 million funding

ALT Protecting and restoring nature with more than £1 million funding

Restoring habitats and tackling invasive species Our funding is helping to restore habitats, species and rivers, control invasive non-native species and support deer management across Scotland

ALT Restoring habitats and tackling invasive species Our funding is helping to restore habitats, species and rivers, control invasive non-native species and support deer management across Scotland

Helping nature recover from the Cairngorms wildfire Our funding will restore damaged habitats, help wildlife recover and reduce the risk of future wildfires

ALT Helping nature recover from the Cairngorms wildfire Our funding will restore damaged habitats, help wildlife recover and reduce the risk of future wildfires

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An amber weather warning for wind is in place for most of Scotland from 9pm today to 9pm on Sunday. Strong winds are expected to cause disruption in these areas. Keep up-to-date with the forecast and visit ready.scot for advice.
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"Boost economic opportunities and deepen cultural and social ties between our two countries" First Minister John Swinney on his time in India so far.
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Biodiversity is everything. We need to protect it. That’s why Climate Action Secretary Gillian Martin is representing Scotland at COP17 on Biological Diversity. We’ll showcase our leadership in biodiversity and make the case for ambitious global action to protect it.
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More than 9,000 Indian students were enrolled at Scottish universities in 2024/25. In Ahmedabad, First Minister @JohnSwinney met students and university leaders to explore opportunities for academic partnerships and encourage more learners to choose Scotland.
First Minister John Swinney speaking during a roundtable discussion with university representatives and stakeholders seated around a table.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaking during a roundtable discussion with university representatives and stakeholders seated around a table.

First Minister John Swinney poses for a group photograph with university students.

ALT First Minister John Swinney poses for a group photograph with university students.

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First Minister @JohnSwinney met Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel to strengthen ties between Scotland and Gujarat. They signed an MoU to deepen cooperation across business, education, research, sport and government.
First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are shaking hands.

ALT First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are shaking hands.

First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are holding the signed MoU to the camera and looking at the camera.

ALT First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are holding the signed MoU to the camera and looking at the camera.

First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are at a roundtable with stakeholders.

ALT First Minister John Swinney with Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. They are at a roundtable with stakeholders.

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The Scottish Government’s Resilience Room (SGORR) has been activated in response to an amber warning for wind. We are working with resilience partners and emergency services to mitigate the impacts. gov.scot/news/amber-weather-…
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An amber weather warning for wind is in place for most of Scotland from 9pm tomorrow to 9pm on Sunday. Strong winds are expected to cause disruption in these areas. Keep up-to-date with the forecast and visit ready.scot for advice.
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Ready Scotland@ReadyScotlandOct 23
Strong winds are forecast. Keep your home protected. Secure loose objects such as ladders, garden furniture or anything that could cause danger. Find out more at ready.campaign.gov.scot/stor…
Prepare for storms and strong winds. Find out how to stay safe at ready.scot.

ALT Prepare for storms and strong winds. Find out how to stay safe at ready.scot.

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⚠️⚠️ Amber weather warning issued ⚠️⚠️ Strong winds across Scotland and the far north of England and parts of Northern Ireland Saturday 2100 - Sunday 2100 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️
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From Scotland. To London. To India. First Minister @JohnSwinney visited Heathrow Airport where £300 million of Scottish salmon is exported to international markets each year, supporting Scottish businesses and thousands of jobs.
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“Scotland is ready to be a partner in India's energy transition.” First Minister @JohnSwinney addressed the Renewable Energy India Expo 2026 in Delhi, highlighting opportunities for Scotland and India to collaborate in areas such as offshore wind, hydrogen and clean energy.
First Minister John Swinney, wearing a dark suit, delivers a speech from a lectern at the Renewable Energy India Expo. A screen in the background displays the event name "Renewable Energy India Expo".

ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a dark suit, delivers a speech from a lectern at the Renewable Energy India Expo. A screen in the background displays the event name "Renewable Energy India Expo".

First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, speaks with three men in business attire on the exhibition floor at the Renewable Energy India Expo. Hanging planters are visible in the background.

ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, speaks with three men in business attire on the exhibition floor at the Renewable Energy India Expo. Hanging planters are visible in the background.

First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, stands on stage alongside attendees in business attire at the Renewable Energy India Expo.

ALT First Minister John Swinney, wearing a suit, stands on stage alongside attendees in business attire at the Renewable Energy India Expo.

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First Minister @JohnSwinney met @ombirlakota, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, India’s lower house of Parliament, in Delhi today. They discussed strengthening the growing relationship between Scotland and India across education, culture, trade and sport and parliamentary links.
First Minister John Swinney and Om Birla, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, stand together holding a copy of the Constitution of India. An Indian flag is visible in the background.

ALT First Minister John Swinney and Om Birla, Speaker of the Lok Sabha, stand together holding a copy of the Constitution of India. An Indian flag is visible in the background.

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Scottish Government retweeted
Met Office
@metofficeOct 22
⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️ Wind across Scotland and parts of northern England Saturday 1800 – Sunday 2100 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
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🚩 Edimbourg ➡️ Paris 🏁 🤩 Here is the official route of the #TDF2027! 🤩 Voici le parcours officiel du #TDF2027 !
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At the Scotland-India Business Forum in Delhi, First Minister @JohnSwinney announced £500,000 for trade missions, helping Scottish firms build ties with global partners in energy, life sciences, tech and food & drink. More: gov.scot/news/scottish-busin… @ScotChambers @ficci_india
First Minister John Swinney speaking at a conference table with microphones in front of delegates, with a screen behind him displaying the FICCI 100 logo.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaking at a conference table with microphones in front of delegates, with a screen behind him displaying the FICCI 100 logo.

First Minister John Swinney speaking at a Scotland-India Business Forum lectern in front of an audience, with screens behind him displaying the FICCI 100 logo and forum branding.

ALT First Minister John Swinney speaking at a Scotland-India Business Forum lectern in front of an audience, with screens behind him displaying the FICCI 100 logo and forum branding.

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FM @JohnSwinney met India’s Commerce and Industry Minister @PiyushGoyal Finance Minister @nsitharaman and Minister of State for Commerce and Industry @JitinPrasada in Delhi. @scotgov research suggests Scotland-India trade opportunities could exceed £3 billion a year by 2030.
First Minister John Swinney and India’s Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, shaking hands during a meeting, with British and Indian flags displayed in the background.

ALT First Minister John Swinney and India’s Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Jitin Prasada, shaking hands during a meeting, with British and Indian flags displayed in the background.

India's Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, and First Minister John Swinney seated in discussion during a bilateral meeting, with a table and floral arrangement between them.

ALT India's Minister of Finance, Nirmala Sitharaman, and First Minister John Swinney seated in discussion during a bilateral meeting, with a table and floral arrangement between them.

First Minister John Swinney and India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, seated in discussion during a meeting, with Indian and British flags displayed in the background.

ALT First Minister John Swinney and India’s Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, seated in discussion during a meeting, with Indian and British flags displayed in the background.

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India is one of the world's fastest-growing markets. On his first day in the country, First Minister @JohnSwinney has launched a six-month programme to help Scotland's food and drink businesses grow exports and reach new customers across India.
First Minister John Swinney in India at a meeting with the food and drink sector.

ALT First Minister John Swinney in India at a meeting with the food and drink sector.

First Minister John Swinney in India at a meeting with the food and drink sector.

ALT First Minister John Swinney in India at a meeting with the food and drink sector.

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Scottish Government retweeted
Met Office
@metofficeOct 21
⚠️ Yellow weather warning issued ⚠️ Heavy rain across eastern and southern Scotland Friday 0600 – Saturday 0300 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware⚠️
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Trade with India offers a “golden opportunity” for Scotland, First Minister @JohnSwinney has said. Ahead of flying to Delhi, he visited @HeathrowAirport where £300m of Scottish salmon - the UK's top food export - passes through each year. Read more: gov.scot/news/golden-opportu…
First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow

ALT First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow

First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow

ALT First Minister John Swinney visits Heathrow cold storage. Photo credit: Heathrow

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