Swinney says conditions are aligning for Scottish independence at SNP conference
John Swinney is set to tell the SNP conference in Aberdeen that the conditions are aligning for Scottish independence, in a speech that will renew pressure for another referendum after the May Holyrood election. The first minister is expected to argue that 2026 has been a turning point in Scotland's journey towards statehood. He will also tell party members that the political landscape is shifting in favour of the independence movement.According to the prepared remarks, Swinney will say that "the stars are aligning" for independence and that "one by one, the stars are aligning in our favour". He is expected... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 17 Oct 2026 10:29 LONDON
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Swinney says UK lacks confidence against Russian threats
Scotland's First Minister John Swinney has said he does not have confidence that the UK is safe from potential Russian threats. He said the UK government, which is responsible for Britain's defences, does not have a sufficient presence in vulnerable areas off Scotland's coast. His comments came ahead of the SNP's annual conference in Aberdeen.Swinney said he was very worried by security concerns raised this week by the head of MI5, who described Russia as "aggressor number one". He said he was concerned about a lack of coastal and offshore protection, and identified waters north of Shetland as an area... [Continue Reading]
360LiveNews | 14 Oct 2026 17:36 LONDON
