Scottish National Party (SNP)

Definition

The Scottish National Party (SNP) is a political party in Scotland that advocates for Scottish independence from the United Kingdom and operates within the framework of promoting social democracy. It is one of the major political parties in Scotland, actively participating in both the Scottish Parliament and the UK Parliament.

Related terms

Independence Referendum: A vote by which the people of a region or country decide if they want to become an independent state.

Devolution: The transfer or delegation of power to a lower level, especially by central government to local or regional administration.

Social Democracy:

A political, social, and economic ideology that supports economic and social interventions to promote social justice within the framework of a liberal democratic polity and capitalist economy