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Is this the beginning of the end for Humza Yousaf?
Apr 25, 2024
Humza Yousaf, Scottish politician, terminated the governing pact with the Scottish Greens, facing a no-confidence vote. The decision may impact the first minister and Scottish government. Katy Balls discusses with guests the political tensions, coalition decision-making, and uncertainty in Scottish politics, including potential leadership changes and polling trends.
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- Humza Yousaf ended SMP-Greens coalition due to policy disagreements.
- No-confidence vote threatens Yousaf's leadership and potential early election.
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The collapse of the SMP-Greens coalition
The podcast discusses the breakdown of the SMP-Greens coalition in Scotland. Initially brought together over key energy targets, the Greens faced backlash leading to an emergency general meeting to decide on the future of the agreement. Rising skepticism among SMP backbenchers about policy priorities ultimately pressured Humza Yousaf to end the coalition, signaling a significant shift in Scottish politics.
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