John Swinney claims Scottish independence would 'lock Nigel Farage out of power'
John Swinney, the SNP leader, claims that Scottish independence would lock Nigel Farage out of power. The SNP is expected to remain the largest party at the Scottish Parliament after the election on May 7, with a potential outright majority of MSPs.
John Swinney will claim that Scottish independence could provide an opportunity to lock Nigel Farage out of power. The SNP leader will use the first day of the Holyrood election campaign to repeat his belief that ending the Union is the best solution to the country's problems. The SNP enjoys a substantial polling lead and is widely expected to remain the largest party at the Scottish Parliament after the election on May 7. Swinney believes that winning an outright majority of MSPs is achievable. He argues that independence offers a fresh choice to Scots and only his party can deliver it. If the SNP wins a majority, it would be a clear mandate to hold an IndyRef2.
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