Swinney Open to Labour's Immigration Proposals for Scotland

SNP leader John Swinney expresses willingness to collaborate with a potential Labour government on tailored migration policies to address Scotland's workforce needs.

• John Swinney criticizes Labour's UK-wide stance on immigration but is open to discussions for Scotland-specific policies.
• Labour's deputy leader in Scotland suggests incentivizing migrants to settle in Scotland to address skill shortages.
• Swinney highlights the negative impact of Brexit on Scotland's population and economy, advocating for rejoining the EU.
• The SNP calls for a bespoke Scottish visa system within 100 days if Labour wins the general election.
• Swinney emphasizes the need for more tax powers to be devolved to Scotland to address financial constraints.

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