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166. John Swinney: Identity, Independence, and The Future of Scotland

Category: News & Politics
Duration: 01:14:54
Publish Date: 2025-12-15 00:00:00
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What is the future of the Scottish independence movement? How does the SNP rebuild trust and support for independence after a series of bruising scandals? Why did the Scottish First Minister feel disrespected by a series of Conservative Prime Ministers? 


Alastair and Rory are joined by Scottish First Minister John Swinney to answer all this and more. 


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Video Editor: Josh Smith

Producer: Alice Horrell

Senior Producer: Nicole Maslen

Head of Politics: Tom Whiter

Exec Producers: Tony Pastor + Jack Davenport

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