The changeover of leadership in the SNP's Westminster branch could precipitate greater change within the independence movement in 2023. Stephen Flynn seized the initiative without even confronting his predecessor Ian Blackford.
Ian Blackford watched the election of his successor Stephen Flynn via zoom, surrounded by his closest allies. And by boxes.
"What a c***", is one parliamentarian's assessment of a colleague."He's an a******* and lazy", is how a different MP sums up a fellow SNP politician. His hurried election was not just the latest evidence of division within the party but also a clear sign of a generational shift.SNP's Westminster leader steps downMr Flynn was both the parliamentarian behind the coup and its main beneficiary, but never confronted Mr Blackford directly.
He continues with the tenuous claim that there was no such thing. As for Mr Linden's role in despatching Mr Blackford,"I’m not aware of any list," is his response.