John Swinney and Kate Forbes latest SNP leader statements

THE SNP is in a “different situation” this year following Humza Yousaf’s resignation than last year said John Swinney as he considers a leadership bid.

One year on and Sturgeon’s successor has left a vacancy again and Swinney is “actively considering” putting his name forward.The day after Yousaf made his resignation announcement there had yet to be any declarations from either Swinney or Kate Forbes the other likely contender.When asked what has changed this year, Swinney said:"Events change, don't they? Nothing ever remains the same.

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