John Swinney supports drug decriminalisation measures, while Russell Findlay criticizes his stance on drug policies.
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What happened
John Swinney supports drug decriminalisation measures, while Russell Findlay criticizes his stance on drug policies.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Swinney and Findlay discussed a row, alongside discussion of Burnham's policy effects on Scottish pensioners.1 source
Swinney supports drug decriminalisation; peers criticize his drug policies.1 source
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The entities involved
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John Swinney
Scottish politician (born 1964)
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Scottish Government
devolved government of Scotland
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Russell Findlay
Scottish politician
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