Swinney calls for a fresh start and a fifth term

Scottish First Minister Calls for Fresh Start

Scottish First Minister John Swinney rallied the SNP faithful ahead of next year's Holyrood elections, stating that Westminster's "race to the right" will drive support for independence.

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

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

Author's summary: Swinney seeks a fresh start and fifth term.

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Morning Star Morning Star — 2025-10-13

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