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Humza Yousaf should beware the SNP’s new infighting habit

Humza Yousaf barely won the SNP leadership election, reflecting a changing mood within the party with more visible internal divisions and less loyalty. SNP's failed attempt to change the gender recognition process has led to more public expressions of disagreement.

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  • Humza Yousaf narrowly won the SNP leadership election despite the majority of the party's establishment supporting him.
  • The SNP is known for its loyalty and discipline, but internal divisions have become more visible.
  • Yousaf's win reflects a changing mood within the SNP, with the party becoming more divided and prone to infighting.
  • Yousaf's lack of a clear strategy for achieving Scottish independence may hinder his ability to maintain SNP's electoral victories.
  • The SNP's failed attempt to change the process of securing a gender recognition certificate has led to public expressions of disagreement and internal divisions.
Humza Yousaf should beware the SNP’s new infighting habit
The loyalty and discipline the party was famed for has broken down of late
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