Scotland and Wales will go to the polls in two months to elect new governments. As voters across the UK increasingly reject traditional parties in favour of insurgent challengers such as Reform and the Greens, what does this mean in Scotland, where the SNP has governed for 19 years, and in Wales, where Plaid Cymru […]
With elections nearing, and the SNP conference just days away, Specialist Partner Liz Lloyd is on ITV Border discussing why John Swinney is focusing on the why of independence.
In this episode, Flint experts examine what Andy Burnham's premiership means for policy and politics, as he took office on 20 July with relatively little yet set out publicly about his plans. They explore the priorities likely to shape Burnham's and his Cabinet's agenda, the implications for business of a change at the top of […]
In this episode, Flint experts examine the implications of the latest election results across Scotland, Wales and England, as pressure grows on the Prime Minister and both Labour and the Conservatives face losses to Reform UK and the Green Party. They explore what the results mean for the future of the UK Government, how administrations […]
05 May, 2026
Scottish and Welsh elections: scenarios and implications
In this episode, Flint experts examine the outlook for the Scottish and Welsh parliamentary elections, as voters head to the polls with no party expected to secure a majority in either nation. They explore potential post-election scenarios and coalition negotiations, the implications for economic, planning and infrastructure policy, and what the results signal about the […]
Next week a new Government is expected to form in the most significant change of political leadership since 2010. This will, of course, have major implications for any business or investor in markets where there is a government interest. For many, it will mean a need to build new relationships and shift messaging. For some, […]
A recent decision to water down key climate targets has led to the collapse of the governing agreement between the SNP and the Scottish Greens that was struck in 2021. This leaves the SNP as a minority administration, posing significant challenges over what can be achieved in Parliament. It also raises questions on the future […]
