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Will there be a new Scottish independence referendum? The 69-year-old, who informed her constituency association of her decision last night, said as she will be nearly 75 by the end of the next term, the “time is right for another woman” to take on the role. Through responsible governance and bold leadership, we are now on the brink of independence.”. “The prospect of elected office, never mind an SNP government in a devolved Scotland, was a distant dream. SNP MSP Maureen Watt has become the party's latest to step down ahead of the 2021 Holyrood elections. All Rights Reserved. Through responsible governance and bold leadership, we are now on the brink of independence. All the latest breaking news, headlines, analysis and articles on SNP from the Evening Standard Career history: Social studies teacher at a comprehensive school in Reading, Berkshire from 1977-1991. SNP MSP Maureen Watt has announced she will not be seeking re-election at next year’s Holyrood elections. News Opinion Columnists How SNP and their followers use dirty tricks against political opponents like me – Alex Cole-Hamilton MSP Since beating the SNP … Maureen Watt said she will be nearly 75 by the end of the next term.

Benefits Writing for the Record, the SNP's work and pensions spokesman Neil Gray said the £20 increase was a lifeline for families during the coronavirus crisis. Follow Scottish National Party on Facebook Follow Scottish National Party on Instagram Follow Scottish National Party on Twitter Follow Scottish National Party on Youtube Follow Scottish National ... News. SNP MSP Maureen Watt has become the party's latest to step down ahead of the 2021 Holyrood elections. “Lastly, as the first ever dedicated Minister for Mental Health, I introduced a 10-year mental health plan securing parity of esteem between physical and mental health. Has a daughter, Kirsty, and a son, Stuart. She said: “I love my job. University: Studied Politics at Strathclyde University (1968-1972). The Aberdeen South and North Kincardine MSP is the 14th SNP politician to step down before next year's vote, following Sandra White. “For me, the most rewarding part of holding elected office has always been helping constituents and assisting the communities I serve to make their surroundings better places to live and work.”. Holyrood elections: Sandra White becomes 13th SNP politician to stand down, Farewell to fierce Holyrood feminists who fought for Scotland. Our Politics newsletter is now daily.

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