‘Stars Are Aligning’ for Scottish Independence, Swinney to Tell SNP Conference

'Stars aligning for independence' as fresh poll predicts huge Yes lead

A FRESH poll of Scottish voters has given Yes an eight-point lead – as First Minister John Swinney said the “stars are aligning in the campaign for independence” ...

Swinney says the 'stars are aligning' for independence but polls show Scots split

John Swinney will tell SNP conference the stars are aligning for independence but three polls published this week show Scots are split on the constitution and rank it well below the cost of living in their list of priorities.

‘Stars are aligning’ for Scottish independence, Swinney to tell SNP conference

Scottish First Minister John Swinney will close his party’s annual conference in Aberdeen on Saturday.

Swinney insists 'stars are aligning' for Scottish independence

The first minister will tell delegates at the SNP conference in Aberdeen that 2026 has been a turning point in Scotland's "journey to nationhood".

Readers' Letters: Neverendum is a cosy status quo for SNP politicians

Readers have their say on the fortunes of the SNP as party members gather in Aberdeen for their annual conference