MacNeil to stand as independent ‘unless change of direction in SNP leadership’

The MP was expelled from the SNP last month after he reportedly clashed with chief whip Brendan O’Hara.

Ex-SNP MP Angus MacNeil has said he will stand as an independent candidate in his Na h-Eileanan Siar constituency unless there is a “substantial change of direction” in the party’s leadership.

“I can do no other and retain my freedom and ability to defend my constituents on issues such as ferries and fishing without fear or favour and no amount of aggressive whipping can persuade me otherwise.” The MP, who has represented Na h-Eileanan Siar since 2005, told the meeting that loyalty to his area came first.

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