{"version":"1.0","type":"rich","provider_name":"Acast","provider_url":"https://acast.com","height":250,"width":700,"html":"<iframe src=\"https://embed.acast.com/$/643d6492ae2be60011a66c8d/68efbc5c51a2f46134c8a8d0?\" frameBorder=\"0\" width=\"700\" height=\"250\"></iframe>","title":"SNP Conference: John Swinney’s “Secret Plan” and the Battle for 2026","description":"<p>John Swinney’s independence strategy is set — but is it realistic?</p><p> In this week’s episode of <em>Holyrood Sources</em>, Calum Macdonald, Geoff Aberdein, and Andy Maciver dive deep into what really happened at the SNP Conference.</p><p>They unpack Swinney’s “Fresh Start with Independence” plan, the internal reaction to his threshold for triggering a new referendum, and what the polls <em>really</em> say about the SNP’s chances in 2026.</p><p>Plus:</p><ul><li>Nicola Sturgeon returns to conference with her new book 📚</li><li>The SNP’s 15-second tribute to Alex Salmond sparks backlash</li><li>Geoff reveals a behind-the-scenes story from the 2007 election 🗳️</li><li>The team debate whether Reform UK threatens both Labour and the SNP</li><li>Can the SNP convince voters it’s competent enough to govern — and to lead Scotland to independence?</li></ul><p>🎧 <strong>Subscribe for weekly insider analysis</strong> on Scottish politics, independence, and Westminster-Holyrood relations.</p><p>📱 Got a question or comment for the team?</p><p> Send a WhatsApp voice note or message to <strong>0333 404 6507</strong></p><p> Or email <strong>hello@holyroodsources.com</strong></p>","author_name":"Shortbread Media "}