John Swinney has presented a strategy for Scottish independence focusing on building maximum support for a referendum, emphasizing public pressure for national rights, and achieving a strong SNP victory in the next Holyrood election. He references the historical precedent of the 1997 devolution referendum, expressing the need for a democratic vote on independence. Swinney aims to apply pressure on the UK government to grant Scotland the opportunity for a vote, underscoring the urgency for the SNP to secure voter backing and discourage support for rival parties like the Greens or Alba.
John Swinney wants to build the highest levels of support possible for Scottish independence, referencing the 1997 referendum where 74% wanted a Scottish parliament.
He aims to create public pressure around Scotland's national rights and wants an agreed democratic referendum, pressuring London to allow Scotland a choice on independence.
An emphatic SNP win in the next Holyrood election is seen by Swinney as essential for advancing the party's cause for independence.
The SNP's core voter base is largely in favor of independence, necessitating strong turnout in the upcoming election to counter alternatives like the Greens or Alba.
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