Scottish National Party.
centre-left nationalist political party in Scotland
- Reports this week
- 10
- Active events
- 4
- Connections
- 38
What's happening
Active this week
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Andy Burnham advocates for decentralizing powers to cities, urging the SNP government to share power and criticizing Holyrood.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Andy Burnham commits to working with the Scottish National Party government.Well supported3 reports
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The Scottish National Party (SNP) is pushing for an independence referendum through its conference.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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Labour MP Ruth Davidson suggested that the party's EU stance could potentially allow for Scottish secession.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
One to three months ago
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Political parties in Scotland and Northern Ireland are calling for greater self-determination and independence.Well supported4 reports
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Michelle O’Neill is leading a nationalist charge against the UK structure, while the SNP pushes for a breakup, complicated by Trump's declarations and constitutional challenges facing Andy Burnham.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Michelle O'Neill announced a memorandum of understanding on independence, expressing a desire to break away from the UK and backing a united Ireland.Some support1 report
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The SNP leadership, including Humza Yousaf, commissioned an abortion law review concerning Scotland.Some support2 reports
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Alyn Smith, representing the Scottish government perspective, warned of a divide concerning student migration.Some support1 report
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A business owner in Glasgow is struggling with an identity crisis stemming from the business name, finding support through political affiliation.Some support4 reports
Gone quiet
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While SNP holds a contiguous Holyrood seat, Kemi Badenoch is also advocating for the maximization of oil extraction.Some support1 report
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The Scottish National Party gained 57 MSPs in the 2026 election, maintaining control of the Scottish Parliament amid internal party strain related to the Murrell affair.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Peter Murrell was convicted in Edinburgh for serving as the chief executive of the Scottish National Party.Some support1 report
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The Scottish National Party is noted as a UK political party, while Iran rejected President Trump's latest peace deal.Some support2 reports
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Nicola Sturgeon discussed her career and personal life on an ITV show on May 28, 2026, while she was leading the SNP and serving as First Minister of Scotland.Well supported3 reports
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What's reaching Scottish National Party
Events traced to Scottish National Party, step by step, newest first- SNP may use bus network pledge to boost electoral appealThe SNP's bus network pledge could shape its electoral appeal in Scotland.Likely
- Swinney's comments boost SNP's independence campaign driveSwinney's comments reinforce the Scottish National Party's independence campaign momentumLikely
- SNP's energy policy challenged by drilling debate at Aberdeen conferenceThe SNP faces policy pressure over North Sea drilling and economic prioritiesLikely
- SNP's constitutional goals strengthened by Celtic alliance agreementSNP's constitutional agenda is reinforced by cross-border cooperation and shared demandsPossible
- How does the contract award to a Fosun-owned company affect the Scottish National Party?SNP faces political pressure over contract linked to Israeli settlementsReported
Explainers that pass through Scottish National Party
Scottish National Party is a step on the way to someone else- Westminster may probe SNP finances if Holyrood declines inquiryWestminster may launch an inquiry if Holyrood fails to investigate SNP finances.Possible
- How could the SNP's governance crisis affect Keir Starmer's political position?SNP's diminished credibility may weaken its negotiating power with UK governmentLikely
- SNP scandal pressures Scottish Parliament to launch inquiryThe SNP financial scandal forces the Scottish Parliament to decide on a major inquiryPossible
- SNP financial scandal may undermine Scottish Government's public trustThe Scottish Government may face a loss of public trust due to the SNP's financial scandalPossible
- Coordinated nationalist demands could increase political uncertainty for EnglandCoordinated nationalist demands could increase political uncertainty for EnglandPossible
Around Scottish National Party this week
News at the entities that move Scottish National Party most-
Peter Murrell StructuralJohn Swinney led the SNP through a governance crisis while facing renewed calls for a parliamentary inquiry regarding the party's financial issues.Moves Scottish National Party
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Nicola Sturgeon StructuralNicola Sturgeon opposes the opening of the Rosebank oil field as Andy Burnham's government considers the drilling plan.Moves Scottish National Party
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John Swinney StructuralAndy Burnham makes a political move to assert influence within John Swinney's political domain.Moves Scottish National Party
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parliament StructuralThe government of Morocco presented its policy targets to Parliament on October 1, 2026.Moves Scottish National Party
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Holyrood StructuralJohn Swinney closed a conference in Aberdeen and pledged control over the bus network ahead of Holyrood elections.Moves Scottish National Party
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Police Scotland TransactionalThe Royal National Lifeboat Institution (RNLI) launched a lifeboat in Stornoway, and the Police Scotland commander is based in the Western Isles.Moves Scottish National Party
Connections
The 33 strongest of 38, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
John Swinney Structural
John Swinney serves as the leader of the Scottish National Party and its associated government.
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Peter Murrell Structural
Peter Murrell served as the SNP's chief executive and was later implicated in embezzling party funds.
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Nicola Sturgeon Structural
Nicola Sturgeon served as the leader of the Scottish National Party.
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Holyrood Structural
The Scottish National Party holds a seat within the Holyrood assembly.
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Sinn Féin Operational
The two political parties are actively coordinating efforts and forming coalitions to pursue shared goals of constitutional change and self-determination.
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Alyn Smith Structural
Alyn Smith holds a formal, appointed position within the structure of the Scottish National Party.
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Scottish Government Structural
The Scottish National Party holds a majority in the Scottish Government, structurally defining its political direction and agenda.
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Scottish Parliament Structural
The Scottish National Party maintains political control and membership within the Scottish Parliament.
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Andy Burnham Operational
Andy Burnham actively engages with the SNP, exhibiting both political competition and willingness to collaborate on policy.
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parliament Structural
The Scottish National Party functions as a political entity operating within the structure of the Holyrood parliamentary body.
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Alex Neil Transactional
a deal or exchange
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Alok Structural
Alok holds the status of a senior member within the Scottish National Party structure.
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Russell Findlay Operational
Findlay has been publicly criticizing the SNP regarding its internal culture and leadership structure.
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Chris Law Structural
Chris Law is a current member of the Scottish National Party, supporting the push for Scottish independence.
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Peter Mandelson Operational
The Scottish National Party has publicly demanded that Peter Mandelson's peerage be stripped.
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Anas Sarwar Operational
The relationship is characterized by critical scrutiny, with Sarwar alleging financial mismanagement and a culture of secrecy within the SNP.
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Richard Thomson Structural
Richard Thomson is attempting to retain his seat while representing the Scottish National Party.
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Police Scotland Transactional
Police Scotland launched Operation Branchform into the finances of the Scottish National Party.
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Northern Ireland Shared context
The evidence places the Scottish National Party within the broader political context of the United Kingdom, which includes Northern Ireland.
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U.K. Shared context
The Scottish National Party operates as a political party within the geographical and legal context of the United Kingdom.
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Dan Neidle Operational
Dan Neidle provides policy advice to the Scottish National Party regarding tax policy.
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Scottish Greens Shared context
The two entities shared a combined representation of 73 seats in the 129-member chamber.
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Kemi Badenoch Mentioned together
The evidence links the two entities through shared political context regarding energy policy and oil extraction.
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Scotland Shared context
The Scottish National Party is consistently described as a political entity operating within the political and geographical context of Scotland.
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Wales Operational
The Scottish National Party is actively seeking a partnership with Wales on shared economic and energy issues.
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Pete Wishart Structural
Pete Wishart maintains and aligns his political stance with the platform of the Scottish National Party.
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Aberdeen Shared context
The political entity operates within the geographical context of Aberdeen, specifically during by-election periods.
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Keir Starmer Operational
The Scottish National Party questions Keir Starmer's leadership regarding financial oversight.
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Arthur Laffer Mentioned together
The SNP's policy positions are being analyzed and evaluated against the economic principles of the Laffer Curve.
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Labour Party Operational
The Scottish National Party actively criticizes the Labour Party regarding policy decisions, such as tax hikes.
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Stuart Campbell Transactional
A potential civil action has been initiated against or involving the entities, evidenced by a published draft summons.
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Edinburgh Shared context
The Scottish National Party conducts its operations within the geographical context of Edinburgh.
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Kingdom of Great Britain Operational
The Scottish National Party advocates for separation from the Kingdom of Great Britain.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
3 events- Andy Burnham advocates for decentralizing powers to cities, urging the SNP government to share power and criticizing Holyrood.
- Andy Burnham commits to working with the Scottish National Party government.
- Labour MP Ruth Davidson suggested that the party's EU stance could potentially allow for Scottish secession.
September 2026
5 events- Political parties in Scotland and Northern Ireland are calling for greater self-determination and independence.
- Michelle O’Neill is leading a nationalist charge against the UK structure, while the SNP pushes for a breakup, complicated by Trump's declarations and constitutional challenges facing Andy Burnham.
- Michelle O'Neill announced a memorandum of understanding on independence, expressing a desire to break away from the UK and backing a united Ireland.
- The SNP leadership, including Humza Yousaf, commissioned an abortion law review concerning Scotland.
- Alyn Smith, representing the Scottish government perspective, warned of a divide concerning student migration.
August 2026
1 eventShow 2 earlier months
July 2026
1 eventJune 2026
6 events- American Airlines plans to equip aircraft with Starlink internet, while the SNP admitted theft and rejected a Trump peace deal.
- While SNP holds a contiguous Holyrood seat, Kemi Badenoch is also advocating for the maximization of oil extraction.
- The Scottish National Party gained 57 MSPs in the 2026 election, maintaining control of the Scottish Parliament amid internal party strain related to the Murrell affair.
- Peter Murrell was convicted in Edinburgh for serving as the chief executive of the Scottish National Party.
- The Scottish National Party is noted as a UK political party, while Iran rejected President Trump's latest peace deal.
- Nicola Sturgeon discussed her career and personal life on an ITV show on May 28, 2026, while she was leading the SNP and serving as First Minister of Scotland.