SNP Renews Push for Scottish Independence Vote Ahead of Annual Conference

The SNP is mounting a fresh campaign for a Scottish independence vote amid activist pressure.

Scottish National Party leadership is placing the pursuit of independence back at the centre of its political agenda. Figures including Stephen Flynn plan to demand that United Kingdom politicians consent to a second independence referendum. The renewed push comes as party leader John Swinney faces increasing pressure from grassroots members demanding a clearer route to separation.

• Host locationThe SNP is holding its annual conference in Aberdeen.
• Internal pressureActivists are pushing leadership for a direct strategy after consecutive Westminster administrations rejected calls for a repeat ballot.