“To confirm today, I have formally resigned from Reform UK Scotland. This is my decision, made after careful deliberation.”

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John Swinney: “I just want to call it out for what it is, because during the election campaign, I made it abundantly clear I would not…”

On the recordJune 11, 2026
I just want to call it out for what it is, because during the election campaign, I made it abundantly clear I would not cooperate with Reform in this parliament because of the way in which they pursue this issue which incites racial hatred in our society.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party
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thenational.scot

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Stating his position on cooperation with Reform UK.

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