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SNP disappointment at lack of power in Argyll

Sandy Taylor
Sandy Taylor

The SNP group in Argyll and Bute Council has expressed its disappointment at not being able to form an administration, despite being the largest party.

At the first meeting of the new council tomorrow an administration is expected to be formed including independent, LibDem and Conservative councillors, who work together under the name The Argyll Lomond and the Isles Group (Talig).

SNP leader Sandy Taylor said: “The new ruling group named Talig, consisting of Lib Dems, Tories and a majority of independents, formed this week without reference to the SNP, shows a distinct lack of respect for the electorate of Argyll and Bute.

“The SNP Group was committed to finding a way forward to form a new and effective social democrat alliance on the council.

“My concern is that the continuing allegiance of the Tories and Liberal Democrats denies the SNP any prospect of a progressive Administration which could progress our manifesto for change and above all see the transfer of decision-making power to local communities.

“I am deeply disappointed by the events of the last week and feel for my SNP colleagues who campaigned hard on community empowerment and the protection and improvement of front line services, but now find themselves locked out; unable to deliver on their ambition for a better Argyll and Bute.”