US EditionSNP playing ‘old tune’ on independence, says Slater
SCOTLAND, JUL 30 – Lorna Slater criticizes SNP's repeated independence strategy and doubts they will secure a majority next May needed for a second referendum, urging supporters to build wider backing.
- On Monday, John Swinney said a majority at next year’s Scottish Parliament election should secure a second independence vote, but Slater called the SNP playing 'old tune' and doubts an SNP majority.
- Amid her co-leader campaign, Slater said the SNP is playing an 'old tune' on independence and she does not expect a majority next May.
- Referring to the Bute House Agreement, Slater noted the SNP ended a pro-independence majority and urged building support rather than waiting for Westminster.
- Several pro-independence parties serve in the Scottish Parliament, with the Scottish Greens backing independence from the outset, Slater said.
- Projecting future changes, Slater said independence could enable Scotland to build a compassionate asylum system, rejoin the EU, and rethink wealth taxation.
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SNP playing ‘old tune’ on independence, says Slater
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