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SNP’s Stephen Flynn steps back from decision to pursue both MSP and MP jobs

Mr Flynn previously said he would run for the Aberdeen South and Kincardine North seat in the next Holyrood election while remaining an MP.

Evening Standard

'I've got this one wrong': Stephen Flynn to no longer pursue dual mandate

STEPHEN Flynn has said he will no longer pursue a dual mandate, saying he had "got this one wrong".

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Labour predictably drag heels with non-statement on ICC arrest warrant

THE LABOUR Government have given a pretty limp non-response after the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued arrest warrants for Benjamin…

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Flynn is a star with immense talent, says Swinney amid double-jobbing row

The First Minister said being an MP and MSP is ‘very demanding’, when asked about the SNP Westminster leader’s career ambitions.

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'Double-jobbing' as MP and MSP is not sustainable, SNP minister says

BEING an MP and MSP at the same time is “not sustainable”, an SNP minister has said ...

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Double-jobbing as MP and MSP ‘not sustainable’, says Scottish minister

Stephen Flynn, re-elected as an SNP MP in July, has announced plans to seek a Holyrood seat in 2026.

Evening Standard

Stephen Flynn calls out GB Energy boss after estimated job numbers tumble

SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn has questioned the UK Government’s promises on GB Energy after reports showed a massive fall in the…

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'Clueless': Ian Murray and Stephen Flynn clash on winter fuel cut

IAN Murray has claimed his Government colleague’s figures suggesting 100,000 pensioners will be pushed into poverty because of the Winter Fuel…

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Media Watch: SNP minister fires warning to party amid press focus on infighting

Good evening and welcome to Media Watch. The story at the centre of Scottish politics over the past week has undoubtedly been the continuing row over the decision of several SNP MPs to put themselves forward as potential candidates for the Holyrood election.

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'I would have acted differently': Audrey Nicoll on Stephen Flynn's Holyrood bid

“IT was a very unexpected series of events last week, that’s for sure,” SNP MSP Audrey Nicoll tells me with laughter, acknowledging her own…

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MSPs to vote on banning 'double jobbing' amid Stephen Flynn Holyrood bid

HOLYROOD is set to vote on banning “double jobbing” in the wake of Stephen Flynn’s bid to stand as both an MSP and MP...

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Stephen Flynn defends 'tough but necessary' staff cuts at SNP headquarters

STEPHEN Flynn has defended the SNP ruling body’s proposal to cut the number of staff at headquarters to save funds ...

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'Leave yer ego': SNP minister issues warning after media reports on party infighting

AN SNP Cabinet Secretary has issued a stern warning about negative briefing to the press, urging figures within the party to “leave yer ego to…

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‘Not a pleasant situation’, says Flynn as he defends Holyrood decision

The Aberdeen South and North Kincardine seat is currently held by Audrey Nicoll.

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'That's a lie': Stephen Flynn addresses SNP 'anger' over Holyrood bid

STEPHEN Flynn has addressed “anger” within the SNP at his decision to bid for a Holyrood seat while retaining his place at Westminster ...

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John Curtice on whether MPs 'double-jobbing' could affect SNP in 2026 Holyrood vote

PROFESSOR John Curtice has given his verdict on whether SNP MPs looking to 'double-job' could have an impact on ...

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Third SNP MP applies for Holyrood 2026 as SNP yet to make decision on dual mandates

A THIRD SNP MP has applied to make a run for Holyrood in 2026, joining colleagues Stephen Flynn and Stephen Gethins.

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Kate Forbes: Stephen Flynn would be a 'brilliant asset' at Holyrood

Kate Forbes has said Stephen Flynn would be a “brilliant asset” to the Scottish Parliament ...

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Michael Matheson 'unlikely to pass vetting' as SNP candidate, party source claims

MICHAEL Matheson is unlikely to pass vetting to become an SNP Holyrood candidate despite putting a bid forward, a source has claimed.

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Second SNP MP to run for Holyrood 2026 while remaining MP

A SECOND SNP MP has announced plans to make a run for Holyrood in 2026 and not step down as a member of the House of Commons.

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Michael Matheson applies to be SNP Holyrood candidate in 2026

MICHAEL Matheson has applied to stand as a candidate for the SNP at the next Holyrood election.

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Stephen Flynn: News and updates on the SNP MP and Westminster leader

STEPHEN Flynn is the SNP’s group leader at Westminster and the MP for Aberdeen South ...

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Will SNP rules allow Stephen Flynn to be an MP and MSP at the same time?

STEPHEN Flynn has sparked debate within the SNP after announcing a bid to stand for the Scottish parliament – without resigning his seat…

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Poll: Should politicians be able to stand as both MPs and MSPs?

ON Tuesday morning, SNP Westminster leader Stephen Flynn announced his bid to stand to be an MSP in 2026...

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SNP politicians call for Stephen Flynn to 'rethink' bid to be both MP and MSP

STEPHEN Flynn should rethink his intention to stand for Holyrood while holding on to his seat at Westminster, former Scottish government…

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