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Swinney Slams 'Racist' Protests Amid Immigration Tensions

11/30/2025

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John Swinney, the Scottish First Minister, condemned protests against asylum-seeker hotels as racist during a Glasgow Scottish Trade Union Congress march.
He said protesters spread racist hate and must be confronted.
Glasgow Reform UK councillor Thomas Kerr criticized the remarks, arguing protests are legitimate responses to concerns.
A study shows Scottish attitudes toward immigration hardening, with 45% wanting reduced immigration.
Protests are planned outside schools, raising safety concerns for parents.

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John Swinney, the Scottish First Minister, condemned protests against asylum-seeker hotels as racist during a Glasgow Scottish Trade Union Congress march.
He said protesters spread racist hate and must be confronted.
Glasgow Reform UK councillor Thomas Kerr criticized the remarks, arguing protests are legitimate responses to concerns.
A study shows Scottish attitudes toward immigration hardening, with 45% wanting reduced immigration.
Protests are planned outside schools, raising safety concerns for parents.