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Swinney Aims for Independent Scotland PM Role by 2031

3/26/2026

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John Swinney, leader of the Scottish National Party, aims to be prime minister of an independent Scotland by 2031 at the launch of the SNP's 2026 campaign in Glasgow.
He seeks a second independence referendum within five years if the SNP wins a majority in the May 2026 election.
Swinney criticized Labour and Reform UK and pledged to fight for Scotland's future; SNP plans to unveil its manifesto next month.

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John Swinney, leader of the Scottish National Party, aims to be prime minister of an independent Scotland by 2031 at the launch of the SNP's 2026 campaign in Glasgow.
He seeks a second independence referendum within five years if the SNP wins a majority in the May 2026 election.
Swinney criticized Labour and Reform UK and pledged to fight for Scotland's future; SNP plans to unveil its manifesto next month.