Graeme McCormick, a veteran SNP activist, used an independence march to attract nominations for the SNP leadership contest.
John Swinney has argued a divisive SNP leadership contest could delay the party’s essential “rebuild” amid reports a veteran activist could enter the race to replace Humza Yousaf.
It is understood Mr McCormick believes he is very likely to receive the 100 nominations from at least 20 SNP branches before the Monday deadline. But, Mr Swinney, who at this point remains the only confirmed candidate, told the Sky News programme Sunday Morning with Trevor Phillips he felt an internal contest would hamper the SNP’s ability to recover from its turbulent period quickly.
Should Mr McCormick receive the required nominations, a three-week leadership contest will be triggered, with ballots opening on Monday May 13 and closing on May 27.
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