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David, Lynsey and Nicola Sturgeon’s former chief of staff Liz Lloyd talk about the Programme for Government; the SNP’s independence strategy; and why First Minister John Swinney (pictured) was concerned about Stephen Flynn's World Cup plans.

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Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast.

This episode of the Politics Show is hosted by David Wallace Lockhart and Lynsey Bews.

Published on Thursday, 3rd September 2026.

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