Anas Sarwar: “People have the right to raise legitimate concerns, but violence, racism and disorder have no place in Scotland and only…”

My role is elected by and supported by our members here in Scotland, and it's for people here in Scotland to decide what happens here in Scotland. And I'm absolutely committed to pulling my party together and taking on those big fights.

The rise of an emboldened new right must concentrate minds. This is a fight for the heart and soul of our nation. That's why Andy Burnham and this Labour government must succeed.

The challenges facing the United Kingdom now could not be greater or the risks more stark.

Look, that is my intention. I'm hungry for the fight ahead, and I want to play my full part in making sure this country never ends up in the hands of Nigel Farage and Reform UK.