The veteran SNP figure will finally end speculation by confirming he intends to stand.
Former Deputy First Minister John Swinney will launch his leadership bid for the SNP in Edinburgh today.
It is understood Swinney is not in favour of a contest and would be willing to offer Forbes a Cabinet post in return for not standing. Her plea came as the two contenders held secret talks to avoid putting the party through a divisive contest.“I hope the contest is positive. I hope it is forward looking and I hope it focuses on the things that the SNP needs to do to continue its very strong election-winning streak."“Kate was a member of my cabinet. I appointed her to government, so she is undoubtedly a woman of considerable talent, but as far as I aware she hasn’t declared her candidacy.
Scottish politics “I would encourage members to think about the choice that does emerge from first principles, what is best for the SNP for the future.
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