John Swinney Launches SNP Campaign with Call to 'Put Scotland's Interests First'
Swinney emphasizes independence and criticizes Westminster policies in bid to rally support for SNP ahead of July election.
- Swinney highlights austerity, Brexit, and cost-of-living crisis as key issues imposed by Westminster.
- He accuses both Labour and Conservative parties of failing to address Scotland's core concerns.
- Swinney underscores SNP's achievements, including free prescriptions and abolition of university tuition fees.
- Scottish Conservatives and Labour criticize SNP's focus on independence over public service improvements.
- Polling shows SNP facing significant challenges, with Labour gaining ground in Scotland.