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SNP will lose Scottish election without complete rethink, say senior party figures

The SNP risks losing the next election without fundamental changes and strong leadership.
Internal reforms are urgently needed within the SNP to regain voter trust.
Recent scandals have damaged the SNP's reputation, complicating their electoral prospects.

SNP chief executive Murray Foote quits after heavy general election defeat

Murray Foote resigned from the SNP leadership to allow for necessary changes ahead of the critical 2026 elections.

SNP will lose Scottish election without complete rethink, say senior party figures

The SNP risks losing the next election without fundamental changes and strong leadership.
Internal reforms are urgently needed within the SNP to regain voter trust.
Recent scandals have damaged the SNP's reputation, complicating their electoral prospects.

SNP chief executive Murray Foote quits after heavy general election defeat

Murray Foote resigned from the SNP leadership to allow for necessary changes ahead of the critical 2026 elections.
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Scottish MP defiant after party sacks him over abhorrent' Gaza remark

The SNP expelled John Mason for his abhorrent comments regarding the Gaza conflict and genocide, highlighting internal divisions over Israel's actions.
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Alex Salmond, Scotland's Former First Minister, Dies at 69

Alex Salmond, influential Scottish politician and former first minister, has died at the age of 69 after a speech in North Macedonia.

Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power

Salmond's 2011 election victory solidified the SNP's power and made Scottish independence a mainstream issue.

Alex Salmond: Champion of independence leaves a fractured political legacy

Salmond's resignation marked a significant moment in Scotland's independence movement, accepting a democratic setback while reinforcing the vision for Scotland's future.

Alex Salmond, Scotland's Former First Minister, Dies at 69

Alex Salmond, influential Scottish politician and former first minister, has died at the age of 69 after a speech in North Macedonia.

Alex Salmond normalised concept of Scottish independence as he led SNP to power

Salmond's 2011 election victory solidified the SNP's power and made Scottish independence a mainstream issue.

Alex Salmond: Champion of independence leaves a fractured political legacy

Salmond's resignation marked a significant moment in Scotland's independence movement, accepting a democratic setback while reinforcing the vision for Scotland's future.
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Who is John Swinney, Scotland's new first minister after Humza Yousaf quit?

John Swinney, a mild-mannered veteran politician, has been appointed as the leader of the Scottish National Party amid political turmoil.

Scottish independence campaigner Alex Salmond a life in pictures

Alex Salmond is a pivotal yet controversial figure in Scottish politics, impacting the independence movement and facing serious allegations.

Who is John Swinney, Scotland's new first minister after Humza Yousaf quit?

John Swinney, a mild-mannered veteran politician, has been appointed as the leader of the Scottish National Party amid political turmoil.

Scottish independence campaigner Alex Salmond a life in pictures

Alex Salmond is a pivotal yet controversial figure in Scottish politics, impacting the independence movement and facing serious allegations.
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Nicola Sturgeon: Scottish independence will be part of wider shake-up' of UK

Nicola Sturgeon predicts Scotland's independence will happen amidst broader UK governance changes, despite current political tensions and opposition.

How the general election will be fought in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

The Scottish National Party's dominance in Scotland is being challenged by Labour, while Labour dominates in Wales, showcasing a shifting political landscape in the UK.

Scotland's first minister, Humza Yousaf, has stepped down

Humza Yousaf resigned as Scotland's First Minister amid internal party divisions and inability to secure support, impacting SNP's strength.

Nicola Sturgeon: Scottish independence will be part of wider shake-up' of UK

Nicola Sturgeon predicts Scotland's independence will happen amidst broader UK governance changes, despite current political tensions and opposition.

How the general election will be fought in Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland

The Scottish National Party's dominance in Scotland is being challenged by Labour, while Labour dominates in Wales, showcasing a shifting political landscape in the UK.

Scotland's first minister, Humza Yousaf, has stepped down

Humza Yousaf resigned as Scotland's First Minister amid internal party divisions and inability to secure support, impacting SNP's strength.
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Swinney says Labour intensifying' austerity as he prepares cuts in Scotland

Labour has been accused of perpetuating austerity policies similar to the Tories, amid significant cuts to Scottish public spending.

Scottish Labour leader appeals to pro-independence voters to boot Tories out'

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is calling on independence supporters to defect from the Scottish National Party in order to remove the Tories from power.
Both Sarwar and First Minister Humza Yousaf are targeting pro-independence voters who are disillusioned with the SNP's handling of the cost of living crisis and public services.

Rishi Sunak admits he has failed on pledge to cut NHS waiting lists UK politics live

Kezia Dugdale, the former Scottish Labour leader, admitted to voting for the Scottish National Party (SNP) in the 2019 European elections as a protest against Brexit.
Dugdale's defection from Labour to the SNP in that election highlights the party's electoral humiliations and the ongoing divide over Scottish independence within the Labour party.

Swinney says Labour intensifying' austerity as he prepares cuts in Scotland

Labour has been accused of perpetuating austerity policies similar to the Tories, amid significant cuts to Scottish public spending.

Scottish Labour leader appeals to pro-independence voters to boot Tories out'

Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar is calling on independence supporters to defect from the Scottish National Party in order to remove the Tories from power.
Both Sarwar and First Minister Humza Yousaf are targeting pro-independence voters who are disillusioned with the SNP's handling of the cost of living crisis and public services.

Rishi Sunak admits he has failed on pledge to cut NHS waiting lists UK politics live

Kezia Dugdale, the former Scottish Labour leader, admitted to voting for the Scottish National Party (SNP) in the 2019 European elections as a protest against Brexit.
Dugdale's defection from Labour to the SNP in that election highlights the party's electoral humiliations and the ongoing divide over Scottish independence within the Labour party.
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John Swinney elected as new Scotland leader

John Swinney replaces Humza Yousaf as Scotland's First Minister, focusing on uniting the SNP and advancing child poverty eradication and Scottish independence.

SNP must focus on issues that matter to Scottish people, says John Swinney

SNP must focus on public issues to recover from scandals and poor electoral performance.

John Swinney elected as new Scotland leader

John Swinney replaces Humza Yousaf as Scotland's First Minister, focusing on uniting the SNP and advancing child poverty eradication and Scottish independence.

SNP must focus on issues that matter to Scottish people, says John Swinney

SNP must focus on public issues to recover from scandals and poor electoral performance.
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Stephen Flynn: self-inflicted wounds' and fringe policies cost SNP election

The SNP's electoral loss stemmed from self-inflicted crises and disconnection from voter concerns.
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Humza Yousaf quits as first minister of Scotland: what happens now?

Humza Yousaf is stepping down as Scotland's first minister, triggering a leadership crisis within the Scottish National Party.

SNP looks to unity candidate after Humza Yousaf quits as first minister

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scotland's first minister to pave the way for a new leader to bring stability to the Scottish National Party.

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf Is Reportedly Set to Resign

Scotland First Minister Humza Yousaf is preparing to quit after losing confidence, amidst opposition from Conservatives, Labour, and Liberal Democrat parties.

Scotland's Governing S.N.P. Looks to a Stalwart After Its Leader Quits

John Swinney emerged as the likely successor to Scotland's first minister after a challenger pulled out, aiming to bring unity to the Scottish National Party.

Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged in police probe into SNP finances

Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, charged with embezzlement of funds from the SNP following a Police Scotland investigation.

First minister Humza Yousaf says vote SNP for Tory-free Scotland

Humza Yousaf, the first minister of Scotland, is urging voters to vote for the Scottish National Party (SNP) and kick out the Tories.
He claims that the damage caused by the Conservatives in Scotland is unforgivable and that the SNP is best positioned to remove them from power.
Anas Sarwar, the leader of Scottish Labour, has also called for voters to unite and vote against the Tories by supporting Labour.

Humza Yousaf quits as first minister of Scotland: what happens now?

Humza Yousaf is stepping down as Scotland's first minister, triggering a leadership crisis within the Scottish National Party.

SNP looks to unity candidate after Humza Yousaf quits as first minister

Humza Yousaf resigns as Scotland's first minister to pave the way for a new leader to bring stability to the Scottish National Party.

Scotland's First Minister Humza Yousaf Is Reportedly Set to Resign

Scotland First Minister Humza Yousaf is preparing to quit after losing confidence, amidst opposition from Conservatives, Labour, and Liberal Democrat parties.

Scotland's Governing S.N.P. Looks to a Stalwart After Its Leader Quits

John Swinney emerged as the likely successor to Scotland's first minister after a challenger pulled out, aiming to bring unity to the Scottish National Party.

Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged in police probe into SNP finances

Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, charged with embezzlement of funds from the SNP following a Police Scotland investigation.

First minister Humza Yousaf says vote SNP for Tory-free Scotland

Humza Yousaf, the first minister of Scotland, is urging voters to vote for the Scottish National Party (SNP) and kick out the Tories.
He claims that the damage caused by the Conservatives in Scotland is unforgivable and that the SNP is best positioned to remove them from power.
Anas Sarwar, the leader of Scottish Labour, has also called for voters to unite and vote against the Tories by supporting Labour.
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Nicola Sturgeon's Husband Is Charged in Party Finance Inquiry

Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has been charged in connection with embezzlement from SNP, impacting the party's reputation and causing turmoil.

Husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon charged with embezzlement in party finance probe

Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged with embezzlement regarding party finances, impacting the political couple's reputation.

Nicola Sturgeon's Husband Is Charged in Party Finance Inquiry

Peter Murrell, husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has been charged in connection with embezzlement from SNP, impacting the party's reputation and causing turmoil.

Husband of former Scottish leader Nicola Sturgeon charged with embezzlement in party finance probe

Nicola Sturgeon's husband charged with embezzlement regarding party finances, impacting the political couple's reputation.
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SNP to push for another Commons vote on ceasefire in Gaza

The Scottish National Party is pushing for a vote on a Gaza ceasefire, shifting focus to concrete actions.
There is criticism of UK MPs' voting preference being seen as posturing rather than making a substantive difference.
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Laura Kuenssberg: Why is Humza Yousaf predicting 'inevitable' Keir Starmer victory?

The First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, confidently claims that Keir Starmer will be the next UK Prime Minister, even though he is not a member of the Labour Party.
Polling numbers suggest that Labour does not need to win many seats in Scotland to gain power, according to polling expert Sir John Curtice.

UK general election opinion polls tracker: Labour leading as election looms

Labour has been consistently ahead of Conservatives in UK polls since early 2022.
The Scottish National Party's geographical concentration in Scotland allows it to win more seats despite a lower national vote share.

Laura Kuenssberg: Why is Humza Yousaf predicting 'inevitable' Keir Starmer victory?

The First Minister of Scotland, Humza Yousaf, confidently claims that Keir Starmer will be the next UK Prime Minister, even though he is not a member of the Labour Party.
Polling numbers suggest that Labour does not need to win many seats in Scotland to gain power, according to polling expert Sir John Curtice.

UK general election opinion polls tracker: Labour leading as election looms

Labour has been consistently ahead of Conservatives in UK polls since early 2022.
The Scottish National Party's geographical concentration in Scotland allows it to win more seats despite a lower national vote share.
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SNP leader is uncomfortable with his party's name

Mr Yousaf expressed concerns about his own party's title.
He believes the term 'nationalist' can be 'misinterpreted'.

Vote for SNP if you believe in Scottish independence, Humza Yousaf says

SNP leader Humza Yousaf urges independence supporters to vote for the SNP in the upcoming general election.
Yousaf challenges the notion that Scottish Labour can win the election without Scotland.
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