#24
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John Swinney

UK Politicians Twitter/X
#24
X Rank
425,345
Score
First Minister of Scotland; Leader, SNP
Role
393
Posts
230,869
Likes
97,238
Comments
587
Avg Likes
247
Avg Comments
328,107
Total Engagement
835
Engagement Rate
25.9
Posts/Week
Daily
Posting Regularity
Metrics are based on tracked posts and calculated averages. Actual performance may vary.
119,286 followers

Data last refreshed: April 17, 2026

Engagement metrics shown below reflect data as of this date. Current X stats may differ.

20 posts

A better future is possible. Here’s how we will build it. #BothVotesSNP https://t.co/ov6rqiycn9

Public Engagement & Campaigning SNP Political Strategy Scotland Apr 16, 2026 View on X
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data as of 17 Apr 2026, 07:11 BST

We will cap prices for essential food items, and cap all bus fares at £2. We will further improve our NHS, with more GP walk-in centres across Scotland. And we will bring hope with the fresh star...

Policy Announcements & Government Action Cost of Living Buses GP Access Scotland Apr 16, 2026 View on X
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440
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The stage is set. Today we are launching our manifesto to build a better Scotland. šŸ“ó §ó ¢ó ³ó £ó “ó æ https://t.co/URfNHiVkJS

Party Politics & Leadership SNP Scotland Apr 16, 2026 View on X
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In serious times, Scotland needs serious leadership. The SNP will always be on Scotland’s side, working to help with the cost of living, improve our NHS, and deliver the fresh start of independenc...

Party Politics & Leadership Cost of Living NHS Reform Scotland SNP Leadership Apr 16, 2026 View on X
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Under the SNP, people in Scotland get the best cost of living support in the UK. But I want us to do more, and that’s what our manifesto is about. Tomorrow I will set out how we can put more mone...

Party Politics & Leadership Cost of Living NHS Funding Scotland SNP Apr 15, 2026 View on X
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Out on the farm near Kilmarnock with Cammy Wilson and our local candidate @AlanBrownSNP Cammy started farming with four sheep, now he has 1,500 and a global social media audience. Brilliant to me...

Public Engagement & Campaigning Farming & Agriculture Scotland SNP Apr 15, 2026 View on X
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Bills keep going up, food prices are extortionate and people need urgent support. While the UK government is not lifting a finger, the SNP will act. Tomorrow I will launch our manifesto focused on...

Party Politics & Leadership Cost of Living Inflation SNP Scotland Apr 15, 2026 View on X
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Every young person in Scotland should watch this. Westminster is counting on you being scunnered and tuned out, but your vote is your power - and you can use it to transform Scotland. Register to...

Public Engagement & Campaigning Scotland SNP Political Strategy Apr 15, 2026 View on X
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Lord Offord and Nigel Farage are trying to spread their poison in Scotland. I will have absolutely none of it. We are focused on what actually matters - helping with the cost of living, improving ...

Party Politics & Leadership Cost of Living NHS Funding Equality & Diversity Apr 14, 2026 View on X
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Especially at a big moment like starting school, I want every child in Scotland to have the best start in life. Ā  Building on the success of the Baby Box, we will introduce a Welcome to School Bag ...

Education & Skills Schools Early Years Apr 14, 2026 View on X
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Westminster politicians do not care about Scotland and think they can ignore the voices of people in Scotland. Let’s prove them wrong on May 7th. #BothVotesSNP https://t.co/SVyJZewGLH

Public Engagement & Campaigning Scotland SNP Political Strategy Apr 14, 2026 View on X
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Spent the day in Oban with our candidate @jenni_minto, hearing from people and visiting the Scottish Association for Marine Science which conducts vital research on climate change, marine ecosystem...

Public Engagement & Campaigning Scotland Net Zero Biodiversity Water Quality Apr 13, 2026 View on X
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Brilliant to visit the @Hebridean_Baker’s croft today, meet the Highland coos and put my baking skills to a test. Thank you for the delicious birthday cake too! Scotland’s food and drink industry ...

Personal & Human Interest Scotland Farming & Agriculture Small Business SNP Apr 13, 2026 View on X
501
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86
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Scotland’s future is up to the people who live in Scotland, not Westminster politicians. https://t.co/07iEV4oDBG

Constitutional & Electoral Reform Devolution Scotland Apr 13, 2026 View on X
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My congratulations to PƩter Magyar on his resounding election win in Hungary against Viktor OrbƔn. A powerful moment for Hungary and for democratic values in Europe.

Foreign Affairs & Diplomacy Diplomacy Human Rights Abroad Apr 12, 2026 View on X
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I will always be focused on your priorities and the SNP is always on Scotland’s side. Helping with the cost of living, improving our NHS, and bringing hope with the fresh start of independence. #...

Public Engagement & Campaigning Cost of Living NHS Funding SNP Scotland Apr 12, 2026 View on X
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The SNP will always be on Glasgow’s side. https://t.co/GFaIGNkm3A

Constituency & Local Issues Scotland SNP Apr 11, 2026 View on X
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There’s nowhere quite like the Barras. Spent time today chatting to people and traders about Glasgow’s future - what makes it great, and what needs to change. @AlisonThewliss is a fantastic champi...

Public Engagement & Campaigning SNP Scotland Regional Investment Apr 11, 2026 View on X
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Wise words that leaders should heed.

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More affordable homes. More rights for tenants. More support for first time buyers. We will make it easier for you to have a secure home of your own. Vote SNP on May 7th. https://t.co/prfg0pwj6k

Housing & Planning Housing Supply Social Housing Renters' Rights First-Time Buyers Apr 10, 2026 View on X
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Rank History

Apr 2026
-1 #24
Mar 2026
+8 #23
Feb 2026
-9 #31
Jan 2026
+3 #22
Dec 2025
-2 #25
Nov 2025
#23

Content Categories

Public Engagement & Campaigning 47
Personal & Human Interest 43
Economic Policy & Budget 34
Health & Social Care 32
Culture, Media & Sport 31

Topics & Themes

Scotland SNP Cost of Living Devolution Sport Labour Party Arts & Culture Diplomacy Oil & Gas Regional Investment Small Business Schools Benefits & Welfare Waiting Lists Faith & Religion Equality & Diversity NHS Reform Budget & Fiscal Policy Renewable Energy Political Strategy

Top Quartile Benchmarks

Based on top 31 of 124 in UK Politicians

Posts
277
John: 569 ↑
Likes
662,573
John: 331,282 ↓
Comments
62,609
John: 103,129 ↑
Avg Likes
1,221.6
John: 582.2 ↓
Avg Comments
189.9
John: 181.3 ↓
Score
787,792
John: 537,540 ↓
Posts/Week
13.1
John: 25.9 ↑
Avg Post Length
219 chars
John: 209 ↓
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