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Swinney stands by health secretary

Swinney Backs Gray Despite NHS Waiting Times Miss Scottish First Minister John Swinney has expressed confidence in Health Secretary Neil Gray, refusing to call for his resignation despite the NHS failing to meet key waiting time targets. January figures revealed 50,000 patients waiting over 12 months, undermining the government's pledge to eliminate year-long waits by March 2026. Results will be published weeks before Scotland's election.