Scotcast - Is Swinney in trouble over pensions claim? – Politics Show

Is Swinney in trouble over pensions claim? – Politics Show

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Lynsey, Phil and the Daily Record's Chris McCall talk about John Swinney (pictured) defending comments he made about proposed changes to the UK state pension; party conference season; and Alex Cole-Hamilton’s social media videos.

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Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode of the Politics Show is hosted by Lynsey Bews and Phil Sim.

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Published on Thursday, 8th October 2026.

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