Scottish Government Faces Potential Collapse as Greens Consider Ending Coalition
The Scottish Greens may exit their coalition with the SNP, prompted by disagreements over climate policies and leadership concerns.
- The Scottish Greens are set to vote on whether to continue their coalition with the SNP, with potential impacts on climate action and governmental stability.
- Recent changes to Scotland's climate targets have sparked internal dissent within the Green Party, leading to calls for an emergency general meeting.
- Green co-leader Patrick Harvie faces leadership scrutiny as party members express dissatisfaction with the government's environmental commitments.
- The SNP vows to continue as a minority government if the Greens withdraw, amid broader political and policy challenges.
- Critics argue that the coalition's environmental strategies are unrealistic, undermining the credibility of both parties.