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.

Westminster's "race to the right" will drive support for independence.

Mr. Swinney blames the cost-of-living crisis on the Labour government and successive "Thatcherite" administrations.

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

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Morning Star Morning Star — 2025-10-13