“It also dramatizes the collapsing fortunes of the Scottish nationalists, for many years a hugely powerful force in Scottish politics, led by the charismatic Nicola Sturgeon.
Her sudden resignation in February plunged the party into division, and within months it was hit by a financial scandal that undermined voter confidence.”
#SNP #Sturgeon #GetAGrip
Before Labour types wet themselves thoroughly — turnout was piss poor for what they’re trumpeting as ToryBoy Starmer’s ‘march to power’.
People living in Scotland loathe the Tories — they won’t vote for Tory-Lite Labour™️ at the general election — neither will the Tories that lent him their vote in this by-election.
Rutherglen & Hamilton West:
Votes cast: 30,477
Turnout: 37.2%
Turnout Change: –29.3%
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