roles of the first minister

Question 1

lead the scottish government

Answer 1

• set out the priorities of the scottish government and respond to events as they happen
• john swinney is the current first minister and runs the scottish government for the SNP

Question 2

chair cabinet meetings and steer the policy agenda

Answer 2

• take forward the policies set out in the manifesto on which the electorate voted them in
• in 2014 the scottish independence referendum was held as a result of SNP policies on an independent scotland

Question 3

work constructively with prime minister

Answer 3

• First minister and Prime minister should have a relationship of mutual respect in order to get things done for the good citizens