My Vision

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We are facing a crucial moment in our country's history. The decision we make in this election will determine the future of our nation for generations to come. The Scottish National Party has always been committed to building a fairer, more prosperous Scotland where everyone has the opportunity to succeed and thrive.

The threat of leaving the EU against our will has put Scotland in a challenging position. The ongoing uncertainty caused by Brexit has highlighted the importance of Scottish independence, and we remain steadfast in our belief that Scotland can be a better place.

The SNP has been leading the fight for Scottish independence, and we will continue to do so in this election. We believe that the people of Scotland have the right to choose their own future and determine their own path.

We are committed to holding a referendum on Scottish independence, and we will make the case for independence at every opportunity. We know that achieving independence will not be easy. It will require hard work, dedication, and the full support of the Scottish people. But the rewards of independence are too great to ignore. With independence, we can build a fairer, more prosperous Scotland, where everyone has the chance to succeed.

We believe that the Scottish people deserve a better future. A future where we can make our own decisions and build our own destiny. We want to build a Scotland where everyone has access to high-quality public services, where our economy works for the many, not just the few, and where we take meaningful action to tackle the climate crisis.

This manifesto makes the case that independence is the best path forward for Scotland. It argues that Scotland's interests, values, and aspirations can only be fully realised through self-determination and democratic governance. It challenges the notion that Scotland is too small or too poor to be a successful independent country, and instead offers a bold and optimistic vision of what Scotland could achieve if it were to take control of its own affairs.

This manifesto is not just about political independence, it is about economic, social, and cultural independence. It is about creating a fairer, more equal, and more democratic Scotland, where decisions are made by and for the people who live here. It is about protecting Scotland's interests and values, and building a brighter future for all who call Scotland home.

We believe that the time has come for Scotland to take its place among the family of independent nations. We believe that independence is the best way to build a better Scotland, and we urge all voters to join us in this historic journey. Together, we can create a brighter future for ourselves and for generations to come.

One of our main concerns about Brexit is its potential impact on Scotland's trade with the EU. Scotland exports a significant proportion of its goods and services to the EU, and we believe that leaving the EU would lead to tariffs and other trade barriers that would make it more difficult and expensive for Scottish businesses to sell their products and services in the EU.

Beyond economic concerns, we also worry about the impact of Brexit on Scotland's social and cultural ties with the rest of Europe. As a member of the EU, Scotland has been able to build strong relationships with other European countries, and we believe that leaving the EU would risk damaging these relationships and isolating Scotland from the rest of Europe.

To express our opposition to Brexit, the SNP has campaigned for a second independence referendum, arguing that independence would allow Scotland to rejoin the EU as an independent country. We believe that independence is the best way to protect Scotland's interests and to ensure that our voice is heard in Europe and on the world stage.

The choice is simple, a vote for the SNP means a vote for a choice over our future. Your vote will be used as a clear indication of Scotland’s opposition to Brexit.

On August 8, vote for an independence referendum, make it Both Votes SNP.

Rt Hon Nicola Sturgeon MSP

Leader of the Scottish National Party