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After over four decades in the SNP and nearly two in government, John Swinney is finally stepping up to the top job for the first time, becoming Scotland\u2019s new First Minister.

He\u2019s no stranger to big jobs - it\u2019s actually his second stint as SNP leader - but leading his country and his party is looking tougher than ever, as the SNP finds itself facing formidable challenges.

Who is this stalwart of the SNP, and do his life and experiences equip him for the task ahead? Mark Coles talks to friends, colleagues, and those who\u2019ve watched this political operator up close for years.

Presenter: Mark Coles\nProducer: Nathan Gower\nAssistant Producer: Diane Richardson and Marianna Brain\nEditor: Tom Bigwood\nProgramme Coordinators: Maria Ogundele and Sabine Schereck\t\nSound Engineer: Neil Churchill

Music:

\u2018John Swinney (We Salute You)' by Nocturnal Vermin (Isaac Brutal, James \u2018Slippyunderfoot\u2018 McCready, Arnold Bastard)