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Kate Forbes Urges SNP to Sidestep Currency Controversy

10/30/2025

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Kate Forbes, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, reportedly urged Scottish National Party (SNP) members to avoid currency talk.
Leaked minutes show she stressed stability before moving to a Scottish currency.
Critics say the SNP's currency plans lack clarity and could cause instability.
Alastair Cameron, Scotland in Union, says abandoning the pound is unpopular and would harm services.
The SNP seeks a mandate for a second independence referendum in elections.

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Kate Forbes, Scotland's Deputy First Minister, reportedly urged Scottish National Party (SNP) members to avoid currency talk.
Leaked minutes show she stressed stability before moving to a Scottish currency.
Critics say the SNP's currency plans lack clarity and could cause instability.
Alastair Cameron, Scotland in Union, says abandoning the pound is unpopular and would harm services.
The SNP seeks a mandate for a second independence referendum in elections.