In that case, there’s every likelihood that SNP decisions and benefits, including free university education, no payment for prescriptions, free personal care for the elderly, and lower council tax than England, could be written off, as would the SNP’s plans to raise pensions. It’s reasonable that some don’t agree with absolutely everything the SNP has done and some support Alex Salmond’s accusations and want him back. But taking votes back from the SNP simply means giving up on independence. A message from the Editor: Thank you for reading this article. We're more reliant on your support than ever as the shift in consumer habits brought about by coronavirus impacts our advertisers.