John Swinney supports drug decriminalisation measures, while Russell Findlay criticizes his stance on drug policies.

The entities involved

• John Swinney →

  Scottish politician (born 1964)

  • Records published drug death statistics in Scotland, showing the rate is higher than in England, alongside a political challenge to John Swinney.Mon 08:54
  • Douglas Alexander urged John Swinney to prioritize the drug crisis in Scotland.Mon 08:54
• Scottish Government →

  devolved government of Scotland

  • Michael Marra seeks to reform Labour's policymaking while operating within Scotland's devolved government structure.Mon 09:43
  • The Scottish Government implemented regulations passed by Parliament, resulting in similar food restrictions in Scotland and England.Sun 11:23
• Russell Findlay →

  Scottish politician

  Nothing else this week.

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