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Patrick Harvie Secures Glasgow Nomination Amid Internal Turmoil

7/23/2025

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Scottish Green co-leader Patrick Harvie has clinched the top candidate position for Glasgow in the 2026 Holyrood election, triumphing over fierce competition from within his party. However, turmoil brews as the Internal Elections Officer resigns amid vote counting concerns, sparking demands for recounts and highlighting deep divisions over candidate selections.

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Scottish Green co-leader Patrick Harvie has clinched the top candidate position for Glasgow in the 2026 Holyrood election, triumphing over fierce competition from within his party. However, turmoil brews as the Internal Elections Officer resigns amid vote counting concerns, sparking demands for recounts and highlighting deep divisions over candidate selections.