The rise of Reform UK, led by Nigel Farage, in recent English local elections is expected to have significant repercussions for Scottish politics.
Polling expert Professor Sir John Curtice suggests that Reform UK's gains are 'good news' for the SNP, as they could split the unionist vote and weaken both Scottish Labour and the Conservatives ahead of the next Holyrood elections. This shift could bolster the SNP's position, making it harder for their rivals to challenge them. The development is seen as particularly problematic for Labour's Anas Sarwar and the Scottish Tories' Russell Findlay.
Overall, Reform UK's momentum in England is reshaping the electoral dynamics north of the border.
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Reform’s gains in England ‘bad news’ for Scottish Labour and Tories – Curtice
https://ross-shirejournal.co.uk
Polling expert Sir John Curtice said the results in English local elections are also ‘good news’ for SNP leader John Swinney,.
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Nigel Farage's Reform UK is 'bad news' for Anas Sarwar and Russell Findlay
Professor Sir John Curtice has warned Nigel Farage and Reform UK are 'bad news' for Anas Sarwar and Russell Findlay ahead of Holyrood election.
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Rise of Reform UK Ltd 'good news' for SNP, says Curtice
https://morningstaronline.co.uk
REFORM UK’s gains in last week’s local elections south of the border are “good news” for the SNP and bad for Scottish Tories and Labour ahead of next year’s Holyrood elections, according to polling sage Professor Sir John Curtice.
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