SNP Leader Admits Defeat Due to Self-Inflicted Wounds

Stephen Flynn, the SNP's Westminster leader, has acknowledged the party's significant loss in the recent general election was due to 'self-inflicted wounds' and a failure to connect with voters. During a closed-door session at the SNP annual conference, Flynn indicated that the party's coalition with the Scottish Greens had become detrimental, suggesting that its continuation would have exacerbated the election defeat. He emphasized that the SNP has lost the trust of the Scottish people due to crises, including financial scandals and ineffective governance. The party's drastic reduction from 48 to 9 MPs highlights the urgent need for a reevaluation of priorities and strategies ahead of the next Holyrood election in 2026. Flynn noted that to regain public trust, the SNP must deliver on its promises and better align its policies with voter concerns. The ongoing police investigation into party finances adds further pressure as the SNP seeks to recover from its recent electoral rout.