TORIES ARROGANT and OUT OF TOUCH ON BALANCED PARLIAMENT

TORIES ARROGANT and OUT OF TOUCH ON BALANCED PARLIAMENT

SCAREMONGERING SHOWS LONDON MACHINE POLITICIANS FEAR VOTERS

CELTIC ALLIANCE CAN HOLD REAL INFLUENCE OVER WESTMINSTER

Commenting on remarks by former Tory chancellor Ken Clarke attacking the possibility of a balanced Parliament, the SNP's Westminster leader Angus Robertson said it revealed how the London machine politicians feared such a result because it was now becoming the most popular option for voters and the best option for giving Scotland real influence.

The Populus poll for the Times reflects the level to which voters are dissatisfied with all the London parties and are looking for an alternative. It shows 32% of people back a balanced Parliament – more than support each of the UK parties forming a Government.

Commenting Mr Robertson said:

"Ken Clarke's comments just expose how the London machine politicians fear the popular option of a balanced Parliament. They will try and scaremonger because they now know that voters favour a balanced Parliament and not one controlled by a single party.

“A balanced Parliament offers real opportunity to voters in Scotland and Wales and is now the most popular choice amongst voters looking for an alternative to the London party machine.

“In a balanced parliament a Celtic Alliance of the SNP and Plaid Cymru will see Scotland’s voice and Scotland’s views placed at the heart of Westminster’s decisions.

“With the three London parties offering an agenda of cuts, cuts and more cuts, it’s no surprise voters across the UK are searching for an alternative.

“At this election a strong bloc of SNP and Plaid MPs, using our votes and influence to win vital concessions, can protect Scotland and Wales.”