Voting Green a 'danger' in push for independence

Published date17 April 2024
Publication titleHuddersfield Daily Examiner
The two parties currently enjoy a majority at Holyrood as a result of their coalition deal, but cracks have been beginning to show in recent weeks as they gear up for the election

The Scottish Greens have said they will field at least 32 candidates north of the border at the general election - their highest number ever. But some have worried their presence on the ballot paper could split the independence vote.

Speaking to BBC Radio Scotland, Humza Yousaf said his coalition partners - whom he has repeatedly praised - were unlikely to win a seat in Scotland but could detract from their shared goal of separation.

"If you believe in independence ... then I...

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