Scottish First Minister Calls for Fresh Start
Scottish First Minister John Swinney rallies the SNP faithful ahead of next year's Holyrood elections, stating that Westminster's "race to the right" will drive support for independence.
Westminster's "race to the right" will drive support for independence
Mr. Swinney blames the cost-of-living crisis on the Labour government and successive "Thatcherite" administrations.
- Cost-of-living crisis blamed on Labour government and "Thatcherite" administrations
- SNP core policy dominates the speech
Author's summary: John Swinney seeks a fresh start for Scotland.