WITH a General Election on the horizon, the UK political scene is buzzing with more satire and drama than the Fringe. The usual headline act is the…
WITH a General Election on the horizon, the UK political scene is buzzing with more satire and drama than the Fringe.
Where the UK parties might be swayed by the ebbs and flows of public opinion, the SNP have been consistent in championing these issues. We’ve consistently shown a willingness to grapple with the hard questions, often making decisions that may not be popular in the moment but resonate with Scotland’s long-term vision.
Countries that lead in green technologies today are likely to be economic leaders tomorrow. We only need to look at the reluctance of the UK Government to fund the carbon capture project at St Fergus in Aberdeenshire, and the holding back of wind farms in favour of pillaging morewhich we can’t even argue is for domestic needs. This will hold us back in a globally competitive market. It can affect international collaborations, trade partnerships and even the nation’s soft power.
Such divisive statements politicise the very concept of asylum. If the nation’s leaders begin to waver in their commitment to helping our fellow human beings fleeing persecution, it not only impacts those seeking asylum but risks diminishing our standing as a defender of human rights and equality. Thankfully, the Scottish people have shown time and time again that they can see through political games. They value genuine efforts towards equality and climate change over flashy empty promises. It’s heartening to see a nation prioritise the health of the planet and the wellbeing of its people over short-term gains.
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