Michael Matheson and Stephen Flynn pass vetting decisions to stand in Scottish Parliament election

Michael Matheson and Stephen Flynn pass vetting decisions to stand in Scottish Parliament election

Decisions around the vetting process involving Stephen Flynn and other SNP MPs for the 2026 Holyrood election have been made

Stephen Flynn passes SNP Holyrood election vetting alongside current and ex-MPs

The potential candidates still face a fight for selection before they can stand in a seat next year. SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has passed party vetting to run for Holyrood next year, the PA news agency understands. Mr Flynn previously announced plans to stand for the Aberdeen South and North Kincardine seat currently held by MSP Audrey Nicoll, but backed off the idea following a backlash inside and outside the party. Ms Nicoll said ea…

Michael Matheson gets green light from SNP to stand again for Holyrood

Former health secetary Michael Matheson, who was suspended from Holyrood last year, has been approved by the SNP to stand again for election.

Stephen Flynn among SNP MPs and former MPs approved for 2026 candidacy

STEPHEN FLYNN is among a host of current and former MPs who have been accepted as potential SNP candidates for the 2026 Holyrood election ...