It is the first major UK political conference to take place since the attacks in the US and delegates began proceedings by paying their respects to the thousands of victims.

BBC News Online captures key images from the event.

The SNP leader addresses the conference on Friday

Mr Swinney lends support to the Muslim community

Delegates at the Caird Hall in Dundee

Delegates in The Caird Hall listen intently

Alex Salmond with delegate Jahangir Hanif and family

John Swinney marks his first year as leader

The four-day conference is under way

John Swinney and Kenny MacAskill in Dundee

Delegates remember victims of the attacks in the US