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The National (Scotland)
The National (Scotland)
National
Jamie Calder

Anger as far-right 'spoiler party' spent £25 on 'campaign' that cost Greens seat

The Scottish Greens are demanding action after the Independent Green Voice – founded by Alasdair McConnachie (left) – accounts show no activity during the election (Image: PA/Archive)

THE Scottish Greens have hit out against a decision to allow a far-right "spoiler party" to stand in the Scottish Election after it emerged they spent just £25 on their campaign – which was used to pay their sign-up fee.

It comes after analysis by The National revealed the Independent Green Voice (IGV) – founded by former Ukip Scottish organiser and Holocaust denier Alistair McConnachie – likely blocked the Greens from winning an additional regional seat, which instead went to the Scottish Conservatives.

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