Mhairi Black to step down as SNP MP at next election

First standing-down announcement of the season that’s made me a little disappointed. I’m not Scottish and not a Scottish Nationalist, but we definitely need more young people involved in politics and it’s a shame that Black feels like she can’t stick around any longer.

Labour have been a strong second place in the elections she’s stood in, so maybe there’s an element of avoiding being kicked out? But I’d think he seat was still winnable.

The Paisley and Renfrewshire South MP cited safety concerns, social media abuse and unsociable hours as she explained her decision.

"I have also made clear that I have no desire to have a long career in elected politics, and as we approach the next general election, I will have been elected for almost a decade," Ms Black said.

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