Ross to U-turn and stand as an MP after Duguid blocked

The SNP is accusing Mr Ross of betraying his own members

Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has U-turned – and will stand at the General Election.

That’s despite saying he would step down to concentrate on leading his party as an MSP in the Scottish Parliament.

He is taking over from former Scottish Office minister David Duguid who is being treated in hospital for spinal problems.

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