It's the SNP's Conference this weekend and the party is in reflective mood after the drubbing at the UK election. The first session, closed to the media, allowed the delegates to speak directly to the leadership. Will they listen? They said they would but is Swinney and Forbes capable of generating the fire and inspiration needed to win in Scotland's GE in 2026. A hae ma doots!

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Who is John Swinney, the man likely to be the next first minister?

It now looks as though the SNP veteran will be unopposed in his quest to become first minister.

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Close SNP leadership result shows party has ‘work to do’ on LGBTQ+ and women’s rights

With 48 per cent of voting SNP members backing Kate Forbes for the leadership, the party has clear divisions to heal.

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Big sigh of relief, though far too close for comfort. The rightwing press (who heavily promoted Forbes) might see it as a licence to try to bring him down and have another go.
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New SNP leader Humza Yousa promises legal challenge against Tories’ Section 35 order

SNP leadership winner Humza Yousaf vowed to challenge the UK government's use of Section 35 against its gender reform bill.

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Election numbers. Turnout 70%

First stage: Humza 24,336 (48%), Kate 20,559 (40%) Ash 5,599 (11%).

STV system Ash eliminated so her voters 2nd pref distributed.

Second stage: Yousaf took 26,032 (52%) and Forbes took 23,890 (48%).

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Humza Yousaf wins SNP leadership election

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