Premiership of Jack McConnell

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My predecessor had problems over a muddle. I can only describe Mr Salmond's first decisions as a guddle. He has learned nothing in opposition, despite what he said about doing so. He will regret deprioritising culture, sport and housing, but those who value them will regret it more. Those who want to see action on affordable homes will regret it too.

McConnell's response to Alex Salmond's administration

As Leader of the Opposition in Holyrood, McConnell took part in First Minister's Questions (FMQs). In one session of FMQs, he claimed the new SNP administration was making several U-turns on transport policy and its position on student debt and council taxes. [62]

On 15 August 2007, McConnell announced his intention to resign as Scottish Labour Leader. [63]

International relations

McConnell (left) during Tartan Day in New York City, 2002 Jack McConnell at National Tartan Day march in New York.jpg
McConnell (left) during Tartan Day in New York City, 2002

During his tenure as first minister, McConnell made visits to the following countries: [64]

See also

References

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Notes

  1. Prior to the 2011 Boyack-Murphy review, Scottish Labour was officially called the Labour Party in Scotland until the review change.

Citations

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Premiership of Jack McConnell
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