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The first minister is expected to set out a range of policies aimed at growing the economy, including proposals for significant public service reform.

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He said he had been 'appalled' by the number of cases involving domestic abuse, which he described as an The first minister is due to set out his plans for the year ahead which are expected to include proposals for significant public service reform.

John Swinney said it was 'time to embrace change', with reforms to sit at the heart of his programme for government.

He has already appointed a new cabinet minister to lead on public service reform and is also expected to set out a range of policies aimed at growing the economy, eradicating child poverty, transitioning to net zero and tackling violence against women and girls.

Opposition parties have said they want to see further action on the NHS and cost of living.

Swinney said he was committed to making sure Scotland delivered stronger economic growth, which he said would help tackle the challenges around child poverty and investment in public services.

He also highlighted 'significant improvements' in the NHS and stated that the government had made eradicating child poverty a priority through measures such as the Scottish child payment and whole family support.