Responding to the confirmation of the new Scottish Government Cabinet, Dr Liz Cameron OBE, Chief Executive of the Scottish Chambers of Commerce, said:

“Congratulations to all new and returning Cabinet Ministers. Their appointments come at a critical juncture for Scottish business and the economy.

“As we ease out of restrictions and towards recovery, we need entrepreneurial and dynamic leadership from our politicians and constructive collaboration with the private sector to drive business growth and job creation.

“We wish all of the cabinet members well in their new roles and look forward to working with them to restart and grow Scottish business.”