Coffee House Shots What's the future of the Scottish Tories?
Jan 14, 2026
Russell Findlay, leader of the Scottish Conservatives and former crime journalist, discusses the upcoming Holyrood elections and the challenges facing his party. He criticizes the lack of loyalty from defectors to Reform and Liberal Democrats. Findlay reflects on Labour's disastrous performance in Scotland, calling it a 'loveless landslide.' He also shares how his experience as a victim of an acid attack in 2015 has influenced his focus on crime, particularly organized crime in Glasgow. Tune in for his insights on politics and public safety!
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Labour U-Turns Weaken Scottish Labour
- Russell Findlay argues Labour's UK government U-turns have decimated Scottish Labour's standing.
- He says this opens space for a credible Scottish Conservative opposition focused on everyday issues.
Past UK Record Still Hinders Scottish Tories
- Findlay says Scottish Conservatives are paying for the UK party's past mistakes despite strong Holyrood record.
- He emphasizes focusing on cost-of-living and rebuilding public trust to win votes.
Campaign Relentlessly For Every Vote
- Fight for every vote and avoid being written off by pundits and pollsters.
- Focus campaign resources on returning as many Scottish Conservative MSPs as possible.
