Swinney faces pensions row as opposition demands clarification

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 6 Oct, 17:42 · Archive

Opposition MSPs have demanded First Minister John Swinney correct claims he made about pensions.

First Minister John Swinney has become embroiled in a dispute over his comments on pensions after Tory and Labour MSPs demanded he clarify his position. Opposition politicians warned that Swinney had 'pushed out misinformation' on the subject, prompting calls for him to correct the record.

A spokesman for the First Minister responded to the criticism by accusing the opposition of 'making mischief'. The row reflects broader disagreement between the Scottish Government and opposition parties over how pensions policy has been handled and communicated.

How it is being reported

• John Swinney 'desperately trying to cover his back' as pensions row deepensDaily Record · 6 Oct, 17:23
• John Swinney spokesman blasts 'desperate' Tory and Labour MSPs over pensions rowThe National · 6 Oct, 16:55

In this story: John Swinney · Scottish Conservative Party · Scottish Labour Party · Scottish National Party

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