SNP leadership hopefuls butt heads on first televised debate

Today the three candidates vying to be the next First Minister have been defending their performance

It was a lively encounter that saw cabinet colleagues question each other’s record and ability to achieve independence.

The exchanges saw Kate Forbes accuse Humza Yousaf of failing in Scottish Government positions, while he accused her of being unable to keep Yes voters onside. Meanwhile, Ash Regan described both her rivals plans for independence as wishy-washy.

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