SNP in pledge to tackle ‘unique challenges’ posed by Highland life
THE SNP has pledged to tackle the “unique challenges” faced by the Highlands such as higher living and energy costs.
Deputy First Minister Kate Forbes joined candidates standing in Highland constituencies for the SNP’S manifesto launch today in Merkinch, Inverness.
The party vowed to prioritise local communities and “build a prosperous future for everyone in the region” while promoting Scottish independence.
Kate Forbes said: “The SNP will always put the Highlands first. Despite the pressures on our public finances during 14 years of Tory austerity, we have delivered significant improvements.
“We’ve built several new hospitals and new schools, created the potential for thousands of new jobs as part of the green industrial revolution and made the case for reversing depopulation. SNP MPS at Westminster have argued for lower energy and living costs, protection for our NHS, and more capital to invest in infrastructure.
“This manifesto sets out how we will continue to deliver for the Highlands.”
Drew Hendry, who is the SNP’S candidate for Inverness, Skye and West Ross-shire, said: “This manifesto is a plan of action which has been informed and shaped by the people, families and businesses of the Highlands. We’ve listened and understand the fears, hopes and aspirations.
“There’s a strong call for investment in public services and protection for the NHS and that’s why both are at the heart of this manifesto. Our fantastic businesses also want to be in a prime position to benefit from our green energy future... we want to help ensure that happens.”