Some of the brightest and best women in our society are stifled in their ambitions.

The total impact of the Tory/Liberal tax, welfare and public spending changes has hit the poorest 10% in society disproportionately hard - and women have been affected even more badly than men.

As First Minister, I will always act in the best interests of the country. As party leader, I will always act in the best interests of the party, and if that sometimes means taking difficult, unpalatable decisions, I will never shy away from that.

One of the attributes Glasgow is best known for all over the world is the friendliness of her people.

For parents - women in particular - good quality, affordable childcare is vital.

My message is a simple one - the E.U. is not perfect, but Scotland's interests are best served by being a member.