Swinney calls for a fresh start and a fifth term

Scottish First Minister Calls for Fresh Start

Scottish First Minister John Swinney rallies the SNP faithful ahead of next year's Holyrood elections, citing Westminster's "race to the right" as a driving force for independence support.

Mr. Swinney's speech emphasized the SNP's core policy, blaming the cost-of-living crisis on both the Labour government and successive "Thatcherite" administrations.

WESTMINSTER’S “race to the right” will drive support for independence

Author's summary: John Swinney seeks a fresh start for Scotland.

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Morning Star Morning Star — 2025-10-13