SNP targets ‘factionalism’ in Glasgow

Deputy First Minister Nicola Sturgeon will today call for an end to the “secrecy and factionalism” in the running of Glasgow, when she launches the SNP campaign to lead the city.

Glasgow is the party’s top target in the council elections on 3 May and it is keen to capitalise on the turmoil that has surrounded Labour in the city, including the controversial departure of former council leader Steven Purcell.

Ms Sturgeon will join SNP group leader Allison Hunter in the city’s George Square this morning to set out the party’s manifesto.

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“Everywhere I go, people tell me it’s time for a change of political leadership,” Ms Sturgeon says in the manifesto. “The city needs an end to secrecy, complacency and factionalism. We need a new, strong and united team in the City Chambers determined to make life better for the people of Glasgow. Glasgow deserves the best.”

The SNP manifesto includes guarantees of a place for every 16-24-year-old in education, work or training, and more support for small businesses to create jobs. Glaswegians are also to be given a “direct say” in the work of the council in an effort to foster more openness and accountability.