Scottish Labour's Davy Russell won the Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse by-election with 8,559 votes, defeating the SNP by a 602-vote majority. This election came after the death of SNP MSP Christina McKelvie, who had been the constituency representative since 2011. Russell aims to represent the people's voice at Holyrood, asserting that politicians have failed to meet their needs. The result marks a significant comeback for Labour, overturning McKelvie's previous majority of 4,582. Voter turnout was notably lower than in 2021, dropping to 44.2% from 60% in the last election.
Scottish Labour's Davy Russell secured a crucial by-election win in Hamilton, Larkhall, and Stonehouse by defeating the SNP, signaling a shift in voter sentiment.
Russell expressed commitment to advocating for the needs of constituents, stating that politicians have failed to deliver for the people of Scotland.
Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar highlighted the party’s unexpected triumph, asserting that they have 'proven the pollsters wrong' in a competitive electoral landscape.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer celebrated the victory as a sign that people in Scotland are seeking change, aiming for Labour to regain power.
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