The Perthshire North MSP was the only candidate standing for leader when the nominations closed at noon on Monday.
John Swinney is expected to be Scotland’s next first minister, after he emerged as the only candidate to stand to be the SNP’s new leader.
Following his announcement as leader, Mr Swinney posted on social media: “I am deeply honoured to have been elected as leader of @theSNPThe SNP said in a statement: “The SNP’s nomination process closed at noon today . Scottish Green co-leader Patrick Harvie said the party’s seven MSPs would meet to discuss how they would vote in the ballot for first minister.Mr Harvie stated: “We are committed to delivering on our vision of a fairer, greener and more equal Scotland, and are open to talks with John Swinney and his team about how we can work together to make that happen.”
“We remain utterly committed to these policies and will oppose any move away from them or steps to dilute them.”
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