ANAS SARWAR LEADER OF THE SCOTTISH LABOUR PARTY EVERY SECOND MONDAY

I got into politics to deliver a future for country I love

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FOR years, Labour conferences were spent in opposition, condemning the Tories as they caused chaos in our economy and misery in our communities.

At conference this year, I have been reminded that - no matter what challenges come with Government - it is always better to be changing lives for the better than carping from the sidelines.

Since getting rid of the Tories last summer, Labour has been working to build a better future for our country.

We have ended austerity once and for all, delivering a record budget settlement for Scotland.

We delivered a pay rise for the lowest paid workers and introduced the greatest boost to workers' rights in a generation.

We restored economic stability and as a result cut mortgages by an average of £1500 a year.