Irish Election: letter to Taoiseach

To: Taoiseach Micheál Martin

From: First Minister John Swinney

I am writing to extend my heartfelt congratulations on your appointment as Taoiseach.

Scotland deeply values its relationship with Ireland, recognising the significant benefits of ongoing dialogue and collaboration on shared policy priorities. Continued engagement offers great opportunities, and I am eager to continue working closely with you on areas where cooperation can achieve meaningful change.

Our governments have made strong progress in implementing the Ireland Scotland Joint Bilateral Review. I hope to meet with you in Dublin this summer to mark the renewal of this Framework, reaffirming our shared commitment to a strong and enduring partnership between our nations and our determination to build on this foundation for even greater collaboration.

I look forward to the opportunity to speak with you soon.