EPISODE · Apr 3, 2026 · 34 MIN
How a 'fake green party' is tricking Scottish voters
from The National Podcast · host The National Podcast
Editor Laura Webster and Political Reporter Steph Brawn discuss the return of Independent Green Voice - a "front" party for far-right campaigners which the Greens say lost them MSPs at the last election. They also discuss Reform UK's latest shambles, as another two candidates disappear, as well as a key official. Finally, is there too much large-scale advertising in Edinburgh and other Scottish cities? A new KFC ad is prompting debate around the rules on marketing campaigns. Support The National with a subscription at thenational.scot/subscribe
What this episode covers
Editor Laura Webster and Political Reporter Steph Brawn discuss the return of Independent Green Voice - a "front" party for far-right campaigners which the Greens say lost them MSPs at the last election. They also discuss Reform UK's latest shambles, as another two candidates disappear, as well as a key official. Finally, is there too much large-scale advertising in Edinburgh and other Scottish cities? A new KFC ad is prompting debate around the rules on marketing campaigns. Support The National with a subscription at thenational.scot/subscribe
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