Nicola Sturgeon has acknowledged that the word 'national' in the Scottish National Party's name could be seen as 'hugely problematic'. The First Minister made the admission during a debate at the Edinburgh International Book Festival.
Ms Sturgeon insisted that her party is fundamentally about self-government and is not insular in its outlook. She argued that the SNP's core mission is to secure independence for Scotland, rather than promoting a narrow nationalism.
The comments come amid ongoing discussions about the nature of Scottish nationalism and its place in the broader political landscape. The First Minister's remarks have sparked debate about the party's branding and its implications.
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